Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle are the ultimate dessert for any occasion. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the recipe for you. The rich, fudgy texture and the creamy white chocolate drizzle will make your family beg for more. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try these with a cup of coffee and Pair with a classic Southern side.
Why This Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle Is Pure Comfort
- Fudgy, moist texture
- Creamy white chocolate drizzle
- Easy to make, better than takeout
- Perfect for any occasion
What You'll Need for Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
- Red food coloring
- Vanilla extract
- White chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Optional: Sprinkles (optional)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Red food coloring: Use gel food coloring for a deeper red.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- High-quality white chocolate chips — Melts smoothly for a creamy drizzle. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Combine and pour: Combine wet and dry ingredients. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare drizzle: Melt white chocolate chips with milk in the microwave. Stir in powdered sugar.
- Drizzle and serve: Drizzle the white chocolate mixture over the cooled brownies. Add sprinkles if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overmix the batter. This can lead to tough brownies. Mix until just combined.
- Tip: For a fudgier brownie, bake for less time and let them cool in the pan.
- Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Storing & Reheating Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Make-ahead tip: Brownies can be made ahead and frozen. Thaw before serving.
Freezing Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a less sweet brownie, reduce sugar to 1 cup.
- Best substitution: Substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: Brownies can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If brownies are dry, they may have been overbaked. For fudgier brownies, bake for less time.
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Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Unsweetened cocoa powder
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Eggs
- Vegetable oil
- Red food coloring
- Vanilla extract
Seasonings
- White chocolate chips
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
Optional Toppings
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix eggs, oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
- Combine and pour: Combine wet and dry ingredients. Pour batter into prepared pan.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare drizzle: Melt white chocolate chips with milk in the microwave. Stir in powdered sugar.
- Drizzle and serve: Drizzle the white chocolate mixture over the cooled brownies. Add sprinkles if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a less sweet brownie, reduce sugar to 1 cup.
- Best substitution: Substitute vegetable oil with melted butter for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: Brownies can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan.
- Troubleshooting: If brownies are dry, they may have been overbaked. For fudgier brownies, bake for less time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Brownies can be made ahead and frozen. Thaw before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle FAQs
Yes, brownies can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Brownies may have been overbaked. For fudgier brownies, bake for less time.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
No, this recipe is not suitable for the air fryer.
Melted butter can be used as a substitute for vegetable oil.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Red Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
