Description
Indulge in these rich and moist Kiss Me Red Velvet Brownies, featuring a decadent blend of milk chocolate and classic red velvet flavors, topped with a smooth and creamy cream cheese frosting. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat, this recipe yields 18 delicious servings with a luscious texture and vibrant color.
Ingredients
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Brownies
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into chunks
- 1¾ cups Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Chips
- 5 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1¼ cups packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1¼ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring gel
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 tablespoons Ghirardelli unsweetened cocoa powder
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- â…› teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream or milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with foil and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the milk chocolate chips until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract until well blended. Add the red food coloring gel and mix thoroughly to achieve a vibrant red color.
- Combine Chocolate Mixture: Gradually whisk the cooled chocolate and butter mixture into the wet ingredients, blending until smooth.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and unsweetened cocoa powder in a separate bowl. Fold these dry ingredients gently into the wet mixture until just combined without overmixing.
- Bake the Brownies: Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, room temperature butter, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the confectioners’ sugar, adjusting the consistency with 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream or milk until the frosting is spreadable.
- Frost and Serve: Spread the prepared cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled brownies. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your Kiss Me Red Velvet Brownies!
Notes
- Ensure the eggs are at room temperature to help the batter mix evenly.
- Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to keep the brownies tender.
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant red without altering the batter consistency.
- Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting the cream cheese frosting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
