Description
Indulge in these fudgy Red Velvet Brownies layered with a rich and creamy cream cheese swirl. Perfectly moist and decadently chocolatey, these brownies combine classic red velvet flavor with the luscious tang of cream cheese for a dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Brownie Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel preferred)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add Melted Butter: Melt the unsalted butter over low heat and allow it to cool slightly. Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to combine.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the two large eggs with the red food coloring and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Add this to the flour and butter mixture and stir until just combined.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with granulated sugar and the egg yolk until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Assemble the Brownies: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Carefully layer the cream cheese mixture on top of this batter, then pour and spread the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer without mixing the layers.
- Bake: Bake the assembled brownies in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the brownie layer (not cream cheese layer) comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving to ensure clean cuts and set layers.
Notes
- Use gel red food coloring for vibrant color without thinning the batter.
- Allow the melted butter to cool slightly before mixing to prevent cooking the eggs prematurely.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep brownies fudgy and tender.
- Cool the brownies completely before cutting for best presentation and texture.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Red velvet brownies, cream cheese brownies, fudgy brownies, layered brownies, chocolate dessert, easy brownies recipe
