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Red Velvet Brownies

Decadently rich and soft, these Red Velvet Brownies are an experience in baking, perfect for cozy evenings and sharing with loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Use good quality butter.
  • 2 cups granulated sugar Add more for extra sweetness if desired.
  • 4 large eggs Fresh farm eggs provide better taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Using quality vanilla makes a difference.
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-process is preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Check expiration date.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Sea salt recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon red food colouring Essential for red velvet effect.
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar Helps brownies rise.
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips Optional for added texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until well combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
  4. Sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt over the wet mixture and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Stir in the red food colouring and vinegar until blended.
  6. Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking around 25 minutes for doneness with a toothpick.
  2. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

For best results, avoid overbaking. Kids can help with stirring in food coloring. Use beet juice if you're out of red food coloring.
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