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Red Velvet Brownie with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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This Red Velvet Brownie recipe combines the rich, moist texture of classic brownies with the distinctive red hue and subtle cocoa flavor of red velvet. Topped with a smooth, creamy cream cheese frosting, these brownies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Ideal for gatherings or a decadent treat, the recipe yields 16 generous servings and is baked to perfection in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Brownie Batter

  • 85 g Unsalted Butter (melted)
  • 200 g Granulated Sugar (Caster Sugar)
  • 55 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 3 Large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 Large Egg Yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 80 ml Vegetable Oil (or any neutral oil)
  • 1 tbsp White Wine Vinegar
  • ½ tsp Red Food Coloring (gel)
  • 90 g All-purpose Flour (Plain Flour)
  • 25 g Cocoa Powder (natural)
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • 130 g White Chocolate Chips (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 115 g Cream Cheese (full-fat, room temperature)
  • 85 g Unsalted Butter (room temperature)
  • 240-360 g Powdered Sugar (Icing Sugar) (add gradually to desired consistency)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Oven: Line an 8-inch square cake pan with parchment paper. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) or 160°C if using a fan-assisted oven.
  2. Mix Sugars and Butter: In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and melted butter. Whisk until evenly combined.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the three large eggs, one egg yolk, and vanilla extract into the mixture. Whisk vigorously until the batter is smooth.
  4. Incorporate Oil and Vinegar: Add vegetable oil and white wine vinegar to the batter and whisk again until the mixture is glossy and smooth.
  5. Mix Red Food Coloring: Take a few tablespoons of the batter into a small bowl, add the red gel food coloring, and blend thoroughly to avoid clumps. Then, add this mixture back into the main batter and mix until fully combined.
  6. Sift and Fold Dry Ingredients: Sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the wet batter in two batches using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
  7. Add White Chocolate Chips (Optional): Fold in white chocolate chips if desired, or skip this step for a cleaner tart red velvet flavor.
  8. Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for roughly 25 minutes, or until the edges are set and pulling slightly away from the pan while the center remains slightly soft but not wet. A toothpick inserted should come out with moist crumbs.
  9. Cool Completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the brownies to cool fully in the pan before frosting.
  10. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting: Beat room temperature cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
  11. Add Vanilla and Sugar: Add vanilla extract and gradually mix in powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating until the frosting reaches a spreadable, fluffy consistency.
  12. Frost the Brownies: Evenly spread the cream cheese frosting over the cooled brownies.
  13. Slice and Serve: After frosting, slice into 16 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust powdered sugar in frosting to achieve desired thickness and sweetness.
  • Using gel food coloring ensures vibrant red color without altering batter consistency.
  • Do not overmix the batter once dry ingredients are added to prevent dense brownies.
  • Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the cream cheese topping.
  • White chocolate chips are optional and add extra sweetness and texture.

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