Description
These Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies combine the rich, fudgy texture of classic brownies with a creamy, tangy swirl of cheesecake. Perfectly marbled and irresistibly festive, they’re the ultimate dessert for holidays, potlucks, or any time you crave a decadent treat.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp white vinegar
- For the cream cheese swirl:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring.
- Gently stir in cocoa powder, flour, and salt until a thick batter forms.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Spread most of the red velvet batter into the pan. Spoon cream cheese mixture over it.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter on top and swirl with a knife for a marbled effect.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra richness.
- A teaspoon of lemon juice in the cream cheese mixture can boost tanginess.
- These freeze well when individually wrapped.
- You can skip food coloring for a natural look.
