Red Velvet Brownies
Red Velvet Brownies combine a box cake mix with a cream cheese swirl to create a dessert that's moist with a balanced tanginess from the cream cheese topping. The texture is dense yet tender, with the red velvet cake base providing a chocolaty and slightly sweet foundation. Swirling the cream cheese mixture into the batter before baking adds a marbled effect and a creamy layer that complements the cake. This recipe is suitable for those seeking a rich yet approachable dessert that can be sliced and served at parties or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 box red velvet cake mix 432 g/15.25 ounce box
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 egg
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a 9x9 pan with parchment paper.
- Combine cake mix, oil, milk, and egg together and mix until fully incorporated.
- Spread into prepared pan.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar with a hand mixer until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mix until incorporated.
- Drop large spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture onto the batter. Gently swirl the two mixtures together using a knife.
- Bake for 30-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before cutting.
Notes
- Store brownies in a covered container at room temperature or refrigerate to keep them moist.
- To extend freshness, freeze the brownies in zippered bags for up to four weeks.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 202
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 202 | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 254mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 133IU | 3% |
| Calcium | 55mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.