Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies
Decadent, fudgy red velvet brownies swirled with a tangy cream cheese layer—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients:
Red Velvet Brownie Layer:
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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1 cup granulated sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
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¼ cup cocoa powder
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
Cream Cheese Swirl:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg yolk
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½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Prep & Preheat:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease lightly.
2. Make the Red Velvet Brownie Batter:
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Whisk melted butter and sugar in a bowl.
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Add eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring, mixing until vibrant.
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Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt, stirring until just combined (don’t overmix).
3. Make the Cream Cheese Swirl:
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Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Assemble & Bake:
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Spread ¾ of the brownie batter into the pan.
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Dollop cream cheese mixture on top, then add remaining brownie batter.
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Use a knife to swirl layers gently.
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Bake 25–30 mins (center should be slightly fudgy).
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Cool completely before slicing.
Tips:
✔ For extra fudginess: Underbake slightly (toothpick should have a few crumbs).
✔ Neat swirls: Don’t overmix—3–4 knife passes max!
✔ Storage: Keep refrigerated up to 5 days.
These striking brownies are a showstopper! ❤️🍫
