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Red Velvet Brownie Mix Hack – Easy, Fancy & Deliciously Gooey

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Decadent red velvet brownies swirled with a rich cream cheese layer. Perfect for chocolate lovers, gifting, and holiday treats.

Ingredients

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Red Velvet Brownies:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tbsp red gel food coloring

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp white vinegar

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

Cream Cheese Swirl:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.

  • Melt butter and mix in sugar, eggs, vanilla, red coloring, and vinegar.

  • In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, and salt. Combine with wet mixture. Set aside ¼ cup batter.

  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg yolk, and vanilla until smooth.

  • Pour red velvet batter into pan. Spoon cream cheese on top. Drizzle reserved batter and swirl gently.

  • Bake 28–32 minutes. Cool completely, then chill 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

  • Add crushed Oreos or chocolate chips for variation.

  • Use gel food coloring for vibrant red.

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