Description
Valentine Red Velvet Brownies are a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and vibrant red velvet, perfect for celebrating love this Valentine’s Day. These fudgy brownies, topped with creamy cream cheese frosting, are easy to make and will impress anyone who takes a bite. The combination of flavors and textures creates a sweet indulgence that?s ideal for sharing with loved ones or enjoying on your own.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350?F (175?C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean but moist.
- Allow brownies to cool completely before making the frosting by beating cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Spread over cooled brownies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg