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Cookies & Cream Red Velvet Brownies

  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 brownies 1x

Description

 Decadent Cookies & Cream Red Velvet Brownies with a fudgy red velvet base and a creamy cookies & cream cheesecake swirl. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, and special occasions!

Ingredients

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  • Red Velvet Brownie Batter:
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 tbsp red food coloring
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 tsp white vinegar
    • 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Swirl:
    • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 tbsp milk
    • 6 chocolate sandwich cookies (such as Oreos), crushed

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prepare
    • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the Red Velvet Brownie Batter
    • In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
    • In a large bowl, mix melted butter and granulated sugar until combined.
    • Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
    • Stir in vanilla extract, white vinegar, and red food coloring until smooth.
    • Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Prepare the Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Swirl
    • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
    • Add powdered sugar and milk, mixing until creamy.
    • Fold in crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
  4. Assemble the Brownies
    • Pour red velvet brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
    • Drop spoonfuls of the cookies & cream cheesecake mixture over the batter.
    • Use a knife or skewer to swirl the two mixtures together.
  5. Bake
    • Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
    • Avoid overbaking to keep brownies fudgy.
  6. Cool & Serve
    • Let brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing.
    • For clean cuts, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Extra Chocolatey: Add white or dark chocolate chips to the brownie batter.
  • Nutty Twist: Fold in chopped pecans or walnuts.
  • Minty Flavor: Add peppermint extract to the cheesecake swirl.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: red velvet brownies, cookies & cream brownies, cheesecake brownies, fudgy brownies, holiday dessert

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