Ingredients
- Butter: Use unsalted for better control over salt; adds rich flavor.
- Sugar: White sugar gives sweetness; extra fine (caster works best.)
- Light Brown Sugar: Adds moisture and a deeper (fudgy flavor.)
- Eggs: Use large whole eggs + 1 extra yolk for richness.
- Vanilla: Use extract or paste to enhance flavor.
- Oil: Vegetable oil keeps brownies moist and gooey.
- Cocoa Powder: Dutch-processed gives a smooth chocolate taste.
- Flour: All-purpose works well—measure accurately to avoid cakey texture.
- Vinegar: White or wine vinegar adds red velvet’s classic tang.
- Cornstarch: Makes the texture extra chewy.
- Food Coloring: Gel coloring gives a bold red hue—avoid liquid types.
- Chocolate Chips (Optional: White chips add extra sweetness—your choice!)
- Cream Cheese: Use thick (quality cream cheese for the frosting.)
- Powdered Sugar: Needed for frosting—also called icing sugar.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in the microwave in 30-second bursts.
- Mix melted butter, white sugar, and brown sugar in a bowl. Whisk by hand.
- Add eggs, yolk, and vanilla. Whisk gently until just combined.
- Stir in oil and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Coloring: Mix a few tablespoons of batter with red gel food coloring, then stir it back into the batter.
- Fold in dry ingredients (flour, cornstarch, salt) with a spatula until smooth.
- Add vinegar and stir to combine.
- Optional: Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the top is set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool in the pan for 1 hour, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before frosting and slicing.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Total Fat | 16g |
| Saturated Fat | 9g |
| Cholesterol | 65mg |
| Sodium | 160mg |
| Carbohydrates | 38g |
| Sugar | 26g |
| Protein | 4g |
| Fiber | 1g |
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American