Red Velvet Brownies

These rich, decadent Red Velvet Brownies include the flavors of vanilla and cocoa, a luscious cheesecake swirl and chocolate chips! These red velvet brownies are rich and decadent with a luscious cheesecake swirl and the perfect balance of chocolate and vanilla flavor. They’re extremely easy to make and are ready in 45 minutes from start to finish. They make a festive dessert for Christmas, Valentine’s Day or any occasion!

Author: Flavor the Moments

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 12 servings

Calories: 296 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 stick - unsalted butter
1 cup - granulated sugar
2 teaspoons - vanilla extract
¼ cup - unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp - salt
1 tbsp - liquid food coloring
1 tsp - white vinegar
2 - eggs
¾ cup - all purpose flour
8 ounces - cream cheese
⅓ cup - granulated sugar
1 - egg
1 tsp - vanilla extract
¼ cup - semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8×8" square baking pan with cooking spray or line with foil.
Melt the butter in the microwave in a large heatproof bowl.
Add the sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, salt, red food coloring and vinegar to the melted butter and whisk well to combine.
Whisk in the 2 eggs until incorporated, then fold in the flour just until combined.
Reserve 4 tablespoons of the brownie batter and set aside. Pour the remaining batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Beat the cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 egg and vanilla in a medium bowl until smooth.
Spoon the filling over the brownie batter in large dollops. Spoon the reserved brownie batter over the top of the cream cheese filling, and sprinkle the chocolate chips over that.
Using a knife, swirl the cream cheese and brownie batter together in a circular motion to combine the layers.
Bake on the center rack of your oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the center is slightly puffed. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

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