Description
Red velvet brownie dippers invite chocolate lovers into a world of indulgent dessert magic. Luxurious cocoa-infused squares paired with creamy cream cheese dip create an irresistible treat you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Flavoring and Coloring Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel or liquid)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon white vinegar
Dry Ingredients and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Dipping and Decoration Ingredients:
- Cream cheese frosting (store-bought or homemade)
- Melted white chocolate
- Melted dark chocolate
- Sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper or a light grease coating for effortless removal.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing vessel, then set aside for later incorporation.
- Whisk melted butter and sugar in a large bowl until thoroughly integrated. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring complete blending after each addition.
- Introduce vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar to the wet mixture, stirring until the batter transforms into a rich, vibrant crimson hue.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the colored mixture, stirring minimally to prevent toughening the brownie texture.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula for even distribution.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, checking doneness by inserting a toothpick that should emerge with minimal moist crumbs.
- Allow brownies to cool completely within the pan before extracting using parchment paper.
- Slice the cooled brownie block into bite-sized rectangles or squares, creating perfect dipping portions.
- Arrange dipping stations with cream cheese frosting, melted white and dark chocolate, and optional decorative sprinkles.
- Dunk each brownie piece halfway into preferred coating, placing carefully on a parchment-lined tray.
- Refrigerate dipped treats for 10-15 minutes to solidify coatings, then serve chilled or at ambient temperature for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Check cocoa powder quality for rich, deep chocolate flavor that enhances the red velvet essence.
- Ensure room temperature eggs blend smoothly, creating a more uniform brownie texture without lumps.
- Use gel food coloring for more vibrant red color without altering the batter’s consistency.
- Add cream cheese frosting as a dipping option for traditional red velvet cake lovers seeking familiar tangy sweetness.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blend to make recipe celiac-friendly without compromising brownie’s fudgy texture.
- Replace white sugar with coconut sugar for lower glycemic index and subtle caramel undertones.
- Chill brownies before cutting for cleaner, more precise edges and easier handling during dipping process.
- Store dipped brownies in airtight container between parchment layers to maintain crisp chocolate coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg