Description

These Best Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies combine rich chocolatey goodness with the iconic red velvet flavor. Topped with a luscious cream cheese swirl, these moist, fudgy brownies are perfect for special occasions or when you want to impress with a decadent treat.

Ingredients

- For the Brownie:
  - 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  - 1 cup granulated sugar
  - 2 large eggs
  - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  - 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  - 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  - 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the Cream Cheese Swirl:
  - 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Brownie Base:
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring.In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
Make the Cream Cheese Swirl:
In a small bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Assemble the Brownies:
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Drop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the cream cheese into the batter, creating a marbled effect.
Bake:
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter). Be careful not to overbake to maintain that fudgy texture.
Cool and Serve:
Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cut into squares and serve!

Notes

Chocolate Chips: Add a handful of mini chocolate chips to the brownie batter for an extra chocolatey treat.Add a Topping: Top with whipped cream, a dusting of powdered sugar, or fresh berries for a beautiful finish.Gluten-Free Option: Swap the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend to make these brownies gluten-free.