Description
Fudgy, rich brownies with classic red velvet flavor and a hint of cocoa, topped with a tangy cream cheese swirl. These brownies combine the best of two beloved desserts in one indulgent treat.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons red food coloring
8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup granulated sugar (for cream cheese swirl)
1 large egg (for cream cheese swirl)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for cream cheese swirl)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in sugar until combined.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and red food coloring.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Pour batter into prepared baking pan.
For cream cheese swirl: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Drop spoonfuls over batter and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
Bake 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220-250 kcal
- Sugar: 28-32g
- Sodium: 150-180mg
- Fat: 10-12g
- Saturated Fat: 6-7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3-4g
- Trans Fat: <1g
- Carbohydrates: 30-35g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Protein: 3-4g