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Red Velvet Brownies with Tangy Cream Cheese Frosting

Irresistible Red Velvet Brownies with Tangy Cream Cheese Frosting

Red Velvet Brownies with Tangy Cream Cheese Frosting are a decadent treat that combines chocolate and cream cheese flavors in a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter at room temperature
  • 2 cups Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Chips
  • 4 Large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Packed Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring optional
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 cup Ghirardelli Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 3 cups Confectioners Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream or Milk for consistency

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the Ghirardelli milk chocolate chips and unsalted butter together over low heat until smooth.
  3. Whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until thick and creamy.
  4. Mix in the red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant hue.
  5. Fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until combined.
  6. Sift and gently fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, and cocoa powder until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and refrigerate until completely chilled.
  9. Prepare the frosting by beating together cream cheese, butter, vanilla, and salt until creamy, then gradually add sugar and cream until smooth.
  10. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and slice into squares for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 3mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs to prevent chocolate from seizing. For best texture, avoid overbaking the brownies.

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