Description
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with these irresistibly rich Red Velvet Brownies. Crafted with a deep, romantic red and a touch of classic chocolate, these treats are perfect for sharing with your sweetheart or savoring solo. Their velvety texture and vibrant hue are sure to capture the heart and delight the palate, making every bite a celebration of love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, red food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating after each addition.
- Gently fold in flour and salt until just combined; stir in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares.
Equipment
Notes
For the deepest red color, opt for gel food coloring. If you prefer a subtler hue, adjust the quantity of food coloring to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: Approx. 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 41mg