Description
Indulge in the rich and moist Red Velvet Brownies, combining classic red velvet flavor with the fudgy texture of brownies. Enhanced with a touch of cocoa and optional white chocolate chips or drizzle, these brownies offer a decadent treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate bar
- 1 & 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon red gel food coloring
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 & 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, mixed into the batter or melted and drizzled on top)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and chopped semi-sweet chocolate by microwaving in 30-second increments. Stir between intervals until fully melted and smooth.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in granulated sugar into the melted butter and chocolate mixture until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red gel food coloring to achieve the signature red velvet color.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to evenly distribute and avoid lumps.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to prevent overmixing, which can toughen the brownies. Fold in white chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour Batter into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan to set properly before cutting into squares.
- Optional Decoration: Melt additional white chocolate and drizzle over the cooled brownies for an extra touch of sweetness and decoration. Allow the drizzle to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies tender and fudgy.
- You can customize the white chocolate chips usage by mixing them into the batter or using melted chips as a drizzle topping.
- Ensure the brownies are fully cooled before cutting to maintain shape.
- Use red gel food coloring for the best vibrant color without adding extra liquid.
- Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Red velvet brownies, chocolate brownies, dessert recipe, red velvet dessert, white chocolate brownies
