Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting – Easy, Fudgy, Delicious

At Eminent Recipes, every dessert tells a story of comfort, creativity, and joy in the kitchen. These red velvet brownies with chocolate frosting are inspired by my love for simple, homemade treats that bring people together. Rich, fudgy, and easy to prepare, this red velvet brownies recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, turning everyday moments into sweet memories with family and friends.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This recipe is made for real life—busy days, family cravings, and moments when you want something sweet without stress. These Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting deliver rich cocoa flavor, a soft fudgy texture, and a smooth chocolate topping that feels bakery-quality but is easy to make at home. The recipe uses simple pantry staples, making it perfect for quick desserts, last-minute gatherings, or relaxed weeknight baking.

You’ll love how customizable this dessert is. You can turn it into fudgy red velvet brownies, use a red velvet brownie mix, add white chocolate chips, or even adapt it into brownies with red velvet cake mix. Whether you prefer red velvet brownies with cream cheese frosting or classic chocolate frosting, this recipe fits your taste. It’s family-friendly, beginner-friendly, and ideal for special occasions like holidays, birthdays, or casual celebrations.

From cookies & cream red velvet brownies to chocolate covered cherry brownies, the base recipe works beautifully with mix-ins. If you’re looking for an easy red velvet brownies recipe that balances comfort and indulgence, Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting will quickly become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients for This Recipe

The ingredients in this recipe are carefully chosen to create rich, fudgy Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting while keeping the process simple and approachable. All-purpose flour provides structure without making the brownies dense, while unsweetened cocoa powder adds that signature red velvet depth. A blend of granulated sugar and brown sugar ensures balanced sweetness and moisture, helping the brownies stay soft and chewy. Vegetable oil keeps the texture moist, making these easy red velvet brownies tender even after cooling. Red food coloring and white vinegar enhance the classic red velvet flavor and color, giving these brownies their iconic look.

For the topping, the chocolate frosting is smooth, creamy, and indulgent. Butter creates a rich base, powdered sugar adds sweetness, and cocoa powder intensifies the chocolate flavor. A splash of milk or cream brings everything together for a spreadable consistency that pairs perfectly with Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting.

🛒 Ingredients (9×9-inch pan):

For the Red Velvet Brownies:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream (as needed)

How to Make This Recipe

Making Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting is simple and stress-free, even if you’re new to baking. Each step is designed to help you achieve fudgy red velvet brownies with a rich cocoa flavor and a smooth, creamy chocolate frosting. Mixing the wet ingredients first ensures the red velvet brownie batter stays moist and evenly colored. Folding in the dry ingredients gently prevents overmixing, which is key for soft brownies. Baking just until set creates that perfect chewy center. Finishing with chocolate frosting adds a decadent layer that turns this red velvet brownies recipe into a bakery-style dessert made right at home.

🛒 Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal of red velvet brownies.
• In a large bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar until smooth and glossy.
• In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt to build the classic red velvet brownie base.
• Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined to keep the brownies fudgy and tender.
• Pour the red velvet brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
• Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the center is just set and a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
• Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to prevent melting.
• Beat softened butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth to create chocolate frosting.
• Spread chocolate frosting evenly over the cooled brownies, then slice and serve rich Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting.

Expert Cooking Tips

Perfecting Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting comes down to small details that make a big difference. Using room-temperature eggs helps the red velvet brownie batter mix smoothly, creating a uniform texture and vibrant color. Measuring cocoa powder accurately prevents the brownies from tasting too bitter while still delivering that classic red velvet depth. Oil-based batters work best for fudgy red velvet brownies, keeping them moist even after chilling. Letting the brownies cool fully before adding chocolate frosting ensures clean slices and a smooth finish. These simple techniques help elevate this easy red velvet brownies recipe into a consistently rich, bakery-style dessert.

💡 Expert Tips:

• Use gel red food coloring for deeper color without thinning the red velvet brownie batter.
• Avoid overmixing once flour is added to maintain soft, fudgy red velvet brownies.
• Slightly underbake for a moist center, as brownies continue to set while cooling.
• Line the pan with parchment paper for easy lifting and clean edges.
• Sift cocoa powder and powdered sugar for a smoother chocolate frosting texture.
• Add white chocolate chips or chocolate covered cherries to customize the red velvet brownies recipe.
• Chill brownies briefly before slicing for neat, professional-looking Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting.

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Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting are the perfect balance of rich cocoa flavor, soft fudgy texture, and smooth chocolate topping. This recipe is easy to follow, family-friendly, and ideal for both busy weeknights and special occasions. With simple ingredients and endless customization options, these red velvet brownies fit effortlessly into everyday baking. Whether you enjoy them plain, loaded with mix-ins, or topped with extra frosting, this dessert delivers comfort, indulgence, and bakery-style results every single time.

Red Velvet Brownies with Chocolate Frosting

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• Author: Savannah
• Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
• Yield: 9–12 brownies 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These rich and fudgy red velvet brownies are perfectly balanced with a deep cocoa flavor and topped with a smooth, decadent chocolate frosting. Soft in the center with a slightly chewy edge, they’re an easy crowd-pleasing dessert for holidays, parties, or anytime chocolate cravings hit.

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Ingredients

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🛒 Ingredients (9×9-inch pan):

For the Red Velvet Brownies:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• ½ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup brown sugar

• 2 large eggs

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

• 1 teaspoon white vinegar

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 ½ cups powdered sugar

• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2–3 tablespoons milk or cream (as needed)

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Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Bake the Brownies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch pan with parchment paper.

2. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, and salt.

3. In another bowl, whisk sugars, eggs, oil, vanilla, food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.

4. Gently fold in dry ingredients until just combined.

5. Pour batter into pan and bake 25–30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Chocolate Frosting

1. Beat butter until creamy.

2. Add powdered sugar and cocoa powder gradually.

3. Mix in vanilla and milk until smooth and spreadable.

Step 3: Frost & Serve

 

• Spread frosting evenly over cooled brownies.

• Slice into squares and serve.

Notes

• Extra Fudgy: Slightly underbake and let brownies set while cooling.
• Flavor Boost: Add white chocolate chips to the batter for contrast.
• Alternative Topping: Swap chocolate frosting for cream cheese frosting if desired.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
• Category: Dessert / Brownies
• Method: Baked
• Cuisine: American