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square red velvet brownies with frosting and shaved white chocolate sprinkles, arranged on a platter.
5 from 8 votes

Red Velvet Brownies

Soft and chewy Red Velvet brownies with the classic deep burgundy color are topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting and white chocolate.
Author Diana
Servings 16 Brownies
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

For the Brownies:

  • 1 cup (120 g) all purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (25 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (112 g) unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • cup (67 g) light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 ounces (56 g) semi sweet chocolate melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Red food coloring

For the Frosting:

  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • ¼ cup (56 g) butter softened to room temperature
  • 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
  • Shaved white chocolate optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C), or 160°C if using a fan oven. Line a 9x9 inch (22x22 cm) baking pan with parchment paper and set aside
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt; set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar and whisk until fully combined.
  • Stir in the melted chocolate and red food coloring until desired shade of red is reached.
  • Gently stir in the flour mixture until just combined and no dry streaks remain.
  • Transfer mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the pan comes out clean or with a few moist crumb.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the frosting by creaming together the butter and cream cheese.
  • Add the powdered sugar in 2-3 smaller additions and the vanilla extract, mixing well after each sugar addition.
  • Spread the cooled brownies with a generous layer of cream cheese frosting, then sprinkle with shaved white chocolate.

Notes

  • To double the recipe, double all of the ingredients and bake in a 9x13-inch pan
  • Make the brownies easy to remove by lining the pan with parchment paper. Leave excess paper on at least two edges so that you can lift the cooled brownies right out! I find that brownies are easier to frost and cut when they're on a cutting board rather than still stuck in the pan.
  • To Store: Keep these brownies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the brownies (unfrosted) for up to 3 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 134mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 509IU | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg