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Chewy Red Velvet Bars – easy, eye-catching sweets

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Fudgy and vibrant, these red velvet brownies are swirled with creamy cheesecake for a rich and eye-catching dessert perfect for holidays or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Brownies:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract

  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 1 tbsp red gel food coloring

  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate or white chocolate chips

Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)

  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.

  • Whisk together melted butter, sugars, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.

  • Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Mix until combined.

  • Add red food coloring and stir until evenly colored.

  • Reserve ¼ cup batter. Spread the rest into the pan.

  • In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.

  • Drop spoonfuls of cream cheese over the brownie batter. Dollop reserved brownie batter on top.

  • Swirl with a knife.

  • Bake 30–35 minutes or until center is set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.

  • Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Chill before cutting for clean edges.

  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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