Chewy Red Velvet Brownies: The Perfect Fusion Dessert
Make the best chewy red velvet brownies from scratch. This easy recipe features a fudgy red base and a rich homemade cream cheese frosting layer.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring gel preferred
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the frosting :
- 4 oz cream cheese softened (for frosting)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened (for frosting)
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar sifted (for frosting)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract for frosting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla, food coloring, and vinegar.
- Fold in flour and salt with a spatula until just combined.
- Spread batter into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool the brownies completely in the pan before frosting.
For the frosting :
- To make frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.
- Gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.
- Spread frosting over the cooled brownies.
- Chill for 30 minutes, then slice into 16 squares and serve.