Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Dippers are a fun and delicious twist on traditional brownies! They’re perfect for dipping into milk, frosting, or any other creamy dip you like. The red velvet flavor gives them a beautiful color and a rich taste. Here’s the full recipe:
Ingredients:
For the Brownies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Optional Cream Cheese Frosting (for dipping):
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8×8-inch square baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
2. Make the Brownie Batter:
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and whisk until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring, mixing until the color is evenly distributed.
- Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder and all-purpose flour. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the brownies dense.
3. Bake the Brownies:
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake; the brownies should be soft and fudgy.
4. Cool the Brownies:
- Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into small squares or strips for dipping.
5. Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting (Optional):
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until you achieve a smooth and spreadable consistency.
6. Serve:
- Cut the cooled brownies into squares or strips for dipping.
- Serve the brownies alongside the cream cheese frosting for dipping or your favorite dip (such as chocolate or caramel sauce).
Tips:
- No Frosting? You can also serve these brownies plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar on top.
- Add-ins: If you like, you can add white chocolate chips or mini chocolate chips to the brownie batter for extra texture and sweetness.
- Frosting Variations: If you don’t want to make cream cheese frosting, you can also dip these brownies in chocolate ganache or even a simple vanilla glaze.
These Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Dippers are perfect for sharing with friends and family at parties, as a dessert, or as a fun treat to enjoy on your own. The rich red velvet flavor and the creamy dip make each bite irresistible! Enjoy! Let me know if you’d like more red velvet-inspired recipes or variations for this one! 😊
