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Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies

Decadent Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies for Sweet Indulgence

Irresistible Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies, combining luxurious chocolate flavor with creamy tanginess.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Use Dutch-process cocoa for deeper color and flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with vegetable oil for dairy-free brownies.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can replace with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract No substitute recommended for best taste.
  • a few drops Red Food Coloring For natural alternative, use 2 tablespoons of beet powder.
Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Greek yogurt is a suitable non-dairy alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar for Cream Cheese Mixture Optional to reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk for Cream Cheese Mixture Omit for a lighter version, but will affect texture.

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • wire rack

Method
 

Main Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. In a large bowl, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the sugar. Add the eggs one at a time and mix gently. Then, add vanilla extract and food coloring.
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then mix in the sugar and egg yolk until creamy.
  6. Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the brownie batter and swirl gently with a knife.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes, checking for doneness by using a toothpick.
  8. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and better texture. Monitor baking time closely to avoid overbaking.

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