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Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Bites

Decadent Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Bites You’ll Crave

Indulge in these Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Bites, rich and fudgy treats perfect for any occasion.
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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 melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure for better quality
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring gel food coloring preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder optional
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar white or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
For the Cream Cheese Swirl
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg yolk

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly.
  2. Sift cocoa powder to eliminate lumps.
  3. Melt unsalted butter in a bowl and whisk in sugar, sifted cocoa, vanilla extract, red food coloring, salt, espresso powder, and vinegar.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Gently fold in the flour until just combined.
  6. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth, then add egg yolk and blend until combined.
  7. Spoon brownie batter into muffin cups halfway, top with cream cheese mixture, and cover with more brownie batter.
  8. Gently swirl the batter and cream cheese mixture using a toothpick to create a marbled effect.
  9. Bake for about 12 minutes, until the tops look set.
  10. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Avoid overbaking and ensure the muffin pan is well-greased to prevent sticking. Wait at least 5 minutes before transferring to maintain shape.

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