Red Velvet Brownies
Indulge in the rich, fudgy texture of these Red Velvet Brownies, combining the deep flavors of chocolate and the iconic red velvet taste. These moist brownies are perfect for any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to baby showers, with a vibrant red color and melt-in-your-mouth appeal.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 30-35min
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes (includes cooling)
- Yield: 12-16 brownies
- Category: Dessert, Brownies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Butter
- Chopped semi-sweet chocolate (or chocolate chips)
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- White vinegar
- Red food coloring (preferably gel)
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven and grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chopped chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Mix in granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then add vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring.
- In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, and salt.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- If desired, fold in optional mix-ins like white chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pan, smoothing it out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, avoid overmixing the batter.
- Gel food coloring yields the best color and consistency.
- Cream cheese frosting or powdered sugar makes great topping options.
- You can add mix-ins such as white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added texture.
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