Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies

Time: 55 min
Servings: 16
By Vallarta Supermarkets

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Rich, fudgy, and beautifully swirled, these Red Velvet Cream Cheese Brownies combine deep chocolate flavor with a creamy cheesecake swirl for an irresistible dessert. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, special occasions, or anytime you want to bake something extra indulgent, this recipe delivers bakery-style brownies made right at home.

Ingredients

  • Nonstick cooking spray

  • ½ (12-oz) bag semisweet chocolate chips

  • ¾ cup unsalted butter (1½ sticks)

  • 4 large eggs, divided

  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, divided

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour, divided

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

Find all the ingredients you need at your local Vallarta Supermarkets.

Preparation

  • Prepare the Pan & Chocolate Base
    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray an 8-inch square baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter together, stirring frequently, until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  • Make the Red Velvet Brownie Batter
    In a large bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, ¾ cup granulated sugar, heavy cream, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Slowly whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until combined. Add 1¼ cups flour, baking powder, and salt, mixing until smooth. Stir in the red food coloring. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  • Prepare the Cream Cheese Swirl
    In another bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, remaining egg, remaining ¼ cup sugar, and remaining ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Whisk in the remaining ¼ cup flour.

    Spread about one-third of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the brownie batter. Top with the remaining brownie batter. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining cream cheese mixture over the top, then gently swirl with a butter knife to create a marbled effect.

  • Bake & Cool
    Bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

  • Serve
    Once cooled, cut into 16 brownies and enjoy.

This recipe and more can be found on https://vallartasupermarkets.com/en/recipes.