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Red Velvet Brownies

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Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of these chewy red velvet brownies topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat at home, these brownies are not only visually stunning but also easy to make. Plus, they can be easily adapted to be dairy-free, making them suitable for those with food allergies. Bake up a batch and enjoy a sweet moment of bliss!

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup butter, melted (regular or dairy-free)
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp liquid red food coloring
  • 1½ tsp white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup + 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 4 oz plain cream cheese, room temperature (dairy-free option available)
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened (dairy-free or regular)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • Pinch of salt (for frosting)
  • 1½ – 2 cups powdered sugar (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (if using dairy-free cream cheese)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter with both sugars until it resembles a paste.
  3. Add eggs, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring; mix well.
  4. Stir in cocoa powder, salt, and flour until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-40 minutes; check for doneness with a toothpick.
  6. Let brownies cool before preparing the frosting.
  7. For the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar and cornstarch if using.
  8. Frost cooled brownies and refrigerate until serving.

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