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Red Velvet Brownies

Red Velvet Brownies with mini chocolate chips are topped with a rich cream cheese frosting and then are drizzled with a delicious vanilla raspberry sauce.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 296 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix dry/unprepared
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 package mini chocolate chips
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup butter softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Raspberry Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup raspberry preserves or jam if you don't like the seeds
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

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  1. Combine all the brownie ingredients in a medium size bowl until everything is mixed together but do not over mix.
  2. Line a 9x13 inch pan with cooking spray or parchment paper and evenly spread the brownie mixture into the baking pan.
  3. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes, or when a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
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  1. In a medium bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Mix in the vanilla, then gradually stir in the powdered sugar (start with 1 cup then keep adding more until it is nice and thick).
  2. Cool brownies completely then spread cream cheese frosting over the top.
For the Raspberry Glaze
  1. Combine and warm all ingredients in a small saucepan on low heat.
  2. Drizzle with raspberry sauce and sprinkle with extra mini chocolate chips.

Notes

  • Best storage for your red velvet cake mix brownies:
  • If storing in the refrigerator, place in an airtight container, separating each layer with parchment paper. They the brownies will keep for up to a week in the fridge. 
  • If storing in the freezer, place brownies on a baking dish and wrap with plastic wrap, or wrap individually and place in a freezer bag. Your brownies will last up to 3 months in the freezer. When ready to eat, unwrap and thaw to room temperature. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 296kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 243mg (10%) Potassium 82mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 33g (66%) Vitamin A 353IU (7%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 51mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 296

% Daily Value*

Calories 296kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 243mg 10%
Potassium 82mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 33g 66%
Vitamin A 353IU 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 51mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.