Description
These red velvet cream cheese brownies are rich, fudgy, and swirled with tangy cheesecake for a show-stopping dessert. With their vibrant red color and irresistible texture, these brownies are perfect for Valentine’s Day, holidays, or anytime you crave a decadent chocolate treat.
Ingredients
- Red Velvet Brownie Base:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring until smooth.
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Stir in flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined. Reserve ¼ cup of batter.
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Spread remaining batter evenly into the pan.
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In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.
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Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture on top of the brownie batter.
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Add dollops of reserved red batter between the cream cheese spots.
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Swirl gently with a knife or skewer to create a marbled pattern.
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Bake for 28–32 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Cool completely before slicing into 9–12 brownies.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing for fudgier brownies.
- Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Add white chocolate chips or a pinch of sea salt for extra flair.
