Red Velvet Brownies Recipe

Fudgy, moist, and vibrant red velvet brownies recipe with a rich cocoa flavor — perfect for holidays, parties, or any time you crave a sweet homemade treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 16 squares

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 230

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Essential Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, room temperature
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon red food coloring (liquid or gel)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Optional Add-ins

½ cup white chocolate chips (optional) for extra richness
½ cup cream cheese, softened (optional) for swirl
2 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional) for cream cheese swirl

Equipment

1 8x8 inch metal baking pan Metal pan recommended for even heat; glass pan may require longer baking time
1 Electric hand mixer or stand mixer Helps mix wet ingredients smoothly; can whisk by hand if preferred
2 Large mixing bowls One for wet ingredients, one for dry ingredients
1 set Measuring cups and spoons For both dry and liquid measurements
1 Rubber spatula For gently folding batter and scraping bowls
1 sheet Parchment paper For lining pan, allows easy brownie removal

Method

Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 pan with parchment, grease lightly.
Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
Combine melted butter, sugars, eggs, oil, vanilla, red coloring, and vinegar.
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet until just mixed.
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan; add cream cheese swirl if using.
Bake 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
Let cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.