Description
Deliciously rich red velvet brownies topped with a creamy cream cheese layer, perfect for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, melted butter, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and egg until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the brownie layer in the pan.
- Top with the remaining brownie batter and swirl gently with a knife.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- These brownies can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Red Velvet, Cream Cheese, Brownies, Dessert