Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese
Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese are a delightful twist on a classic favorite. With their rich chocolate flavor and a creamy, tangy swirl of cream cheese, these brownies are visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for any occasion—from birthday celebrations to cozy evenings at home—each bite promises an indulgent experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, melt the butter and stir in granulated and brown sugars until well combined. Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Stir in red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant hue.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese over brownie batter and swirl gently with a knife for marbling.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (70g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg