Description
These Cookies & Cream Red Velvet Brownies combine the rich, velvety texture of red velvet with the crunch of Oreo cookies, making them a decadent treat. Perfect for any occasion, these brownies are sure to be a showstopper at your next gathering!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1–2 tbsp red food coloring (liquid or gel)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 10–12 Oreos, crushed
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, sugar, and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Add Buttermilk: Stir in the buttermilk until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the crushed Oreos and white chocolate chips.
- Bake the Brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares. Optionally, top with more crushed Oreos or powdered sugar.
Notes
- If you don’t have buttermilk, use a substitute by adding a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Don’t skimp on the red food coloring—it’s key for that signature red velvet look and flavor.
- For extra moist brownies, add 1 tablespoon of sour cream to the batter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg