The Best Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies Recipe
This recipe delivers the best fudgy red velvet brownies that combine rich cocoa flavor with a vibrant red hue. Moist and tender with a luscious chocolate base, these brownies are enhanced with a hint of white vinegar and red food coloring to create the classic red velvet taste and appearance. Optional white chocolate chips add a delightful creamy contrast, making these brownies perfect for any chocolate and red velvet lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 16 brownies (cut into 2-inch squares)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 oz chopped semi-sweet chocolate bar
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1/2 tablespoon red gel food coloring
Dry Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional, mixed into batter or melted for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter and chopped semi-sweet chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until completely smooth and combined.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the granulated sugar to the melted mixture and stir until fully incorporated. Then, add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to create a smooth texture. Stir in vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red gel food coloring until evenly mixed.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt to break up clumps and create a light mixture.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the brownies. If desired, fold in white chocolate chips into the batter for added texture and flavor.
- Transfer Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but no wet batter.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan. Optionally, drizzle melted white chocolate on top, let it set before slicing into squares, and enjoy this decadent treat.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the brownies fudgy and tender.
- Use gel food coloring for a vibrant red without altering the batter consistency.
- White chocolate chips can be added inside or melted and drizzled over the cooled brownies for extra flavor.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal from the pan and clean edges.
- Check the brownies a few minutes before the minimum baking time to prevent overbaking.
