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Red Velvet Brownies

These red velvet brownies are a decadent and festive treat, combining the rich chocolate flavor of brownies with the distinctive tang and vibrant color of red velvet cake.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes
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Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon red food coloring
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.25 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon white vinegar

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 8x8 inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking soda.
  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together buttermilk and white vinegar.
  • Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the buttermilk mixture. Add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
  • Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • While the brownies are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a medium bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually beat in powdered sugar until well combined and smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
  • Once the brownies are completely cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

For a richer flavor, you can add a few drops of red velvet emulsion to the batter. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by mixing 0.25 cup of milk with 0.5 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice and letting it sit for 5 minutes.