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Red Velvet Brownie Bites

Decadent Red Velvet Brownie Bites with Cream Cheese Swirl

Indulge in these Red Velvet Brownie Bites, a delightful fusion of fudgy chocolate and tangy cream cheese, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Kerrygold is a preferred choice for its quality.
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Sifted to avoid lumps.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Espresso Powder Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar Activates baking soda.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour King Arthur brand is recommended.
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese At room temperature.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar For cream cheese filling.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For cream cheese filling.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Medium microwave-safe bowl
  • whisk
  • toothpick or skewer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. Melt the butter in a bowl and whisk in sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  3. Add salt, espresso powder, vinegar, and eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  4. Fold in flour gently until just combined.
  5. Beat together cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth.
  6. Spoon brownie batter into muffin cups, add cream cheese mixture, and layer more brownie batter on top.
  7. Gently swirl batters together with a toothpick to create a marbled effect.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes until tops spring back and centers are soft.
  9. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove and transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Consider freezing for longer storage or enjoy warm for the best texture.

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