Fudgy Red Velvet Brownies (Printer-Friendly)

Moist and fudgy red velvet brownies with vibrant color and rich chocolate flavor. Perfect for celebrations or everyday treats.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fats and Chocolate

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chopped
02 - 114 grams (4 oz) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped

→ Sweeteners

03 - 1 cup granulated sugar

→ Eggs and Flavorings

04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon white vinegar
07 - 1 tablespoon red gel food coloring

→ Dry Ingredients

08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
09 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chopped chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until smooth.
03 - Add granulated sugar to the melted mixture and beat on medium speed until combined. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red gel food coloring.
04 - In a separate bowl, sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and salt.
05 - Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to preserve fudgy texture.
06 - Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
07 - Allow brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into 16 squares with a sharp knife.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - To ensure moist and fudgy results, do not over-mix the batter and test doneness with a toothpick showing moist crumbs.
02 - Use gel food coloring for a vibrant red hue without adding excess liquid.