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Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Swirl Recipe

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These 3 Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies combine the rich flavors of classic red velvet cake with the dense, moist texture of brownies. Featuring a luscious cream cheese swirl and optional white chocolate chips for added sweetness, this recipe is perfect for impressing at any gathering or satisfying a sweet tooth with a decadent treat.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring (or more for deeper color)
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal, and lightly grease the paper.
  2. Mix Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until fully combined.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Whisk in the eggs one at a time until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt to blend evenly.
  5. Mix Wet Add-ins: In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk, red food coloring, and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar. Stir well to integrate the liquids.
  6. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Add half of the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  7. Activate Baking Soda and Combine: In a small cup, mix the remaining 1 tablespoon of white vinegar with the baking soda until it foams slightly. Immediately add this foamy mixture along with the buttermilk mixture to the batter, gently mixing until just incorporated; do not overmix.
  8. Fold in White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the white chocolate chips into the batter if using.
  9. Pour Batter into Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
  10. Prepare Cream Cheese Swirl: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and softened butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract and beat until light and fluffy.
  11. Swirl Frosting into Batter: Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese frosting over the brownie batter in the pan. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the frosting into the batter creating a beautiful marbled effect.
  12. Bake the Brownies: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges are set, and a toothpick inserted near the center emerges with moist crumbs but no wet batter, indicating fudgy brownies.
  13. Cool and Cut: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack to ensure clean cuts. Once cool, use the parchment overhang to lift the brownies out and cut into squares.
  14. Optional Additional Frosting: For a thicker frosting layer, spread a thin layer of the reserved cream cheese frosting over the cooled brownies before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For the deepest red color, use a high-quality gel-based red food coloring.
  • To achieve a truly fudgy texture, avoid overbaking the brownies; they should be just set with moist crumbs on a toothpick test.
  • Letting the brownies cool completely before cutting prevents them from crumbling and keeps the edges neat.
  • White chocolate chips add a sweet contrast but can be omitted if preferred.
  • The cream cheese swirl can be adjusted to taste for more or less frosting throughout the brownies.

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