Description
Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Brownies are the perfect way to show your love and affection this season. With their stunning red hue, rich fudgy texture, and luscious cream cheese frosting, these brownies are irresistible. Easy to make, they combine the classic flavors of red velvet cake and chocolate brownies into a delightful treat that will impress anyone you share them with. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with melted white chocolate for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream cheese frosting for topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix sugar and oil until blended. Add eggs, buttermilk, red food coloring, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Allow to cool before topping with cream cheese frosting.
Notes
For added texture, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts.
These brownies can be made ahead of time; store in an airtight container for up to five days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 3g