If you want a Valentine’s Day dessert that looks bakery-level but feels easy… these red velvet brownies are it. They’re deep chocolatey, super fudgy, and finished with a simple white chocolate drizzle that makes them look extra special with almost no effort.
This is the kind of treat you can bake for date night, a girls’ night, or a cozy “me time” moment. And yes — they’re even better the next day when the texture turns extra rich.
Quick tip: Want the prettiest “Valentine red”? Use gel food coloring (not liquid). It gives a bold color without thinning the batter.
These red velvet brownies are the perfect “looks fancy, feels easy” Valentine dessert. They bake up with a rich chocolate flavor, a bold red color, and that classic fudgy texture everyone loves. If you’re searching for red velvet brownies that come out gooey (not cakey), this is the cozy, foolproof version to keep in your back pocket.
Why You’ll Love These Red Velvet Brownies
- Fudgy + gooey: rich chocolate flavor with that perfect dense bite.
- Easy to make: one bowl for wet, one bowl for dry — no complicated steps.
- Valentine-ready: the color + drizzle makes them look “fancy” fast.
- Make-ahead friendly: they slice beautifully after resting.
Red Velvet Brownies Recipe
🖨️ Print RecipeRed Velvet Brownies with White Chocolate Drizzle
Prep: 15 min • Bake: 40–50 min • Total: ~1 hour
Makes: 16 squares • Pan: 8×8 inch (20×20 cm)
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups (250 g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (75 g) semi-sweet dark chocolate chips (melted & slightly cooled)
- 1/2 cup (110 ml) vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp red gel food coloring (add more for a deeper red if needed)
- 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp (95 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp (15 g) Dutch-process cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup (50 g) white chocolate, melted (for drizzle)
Chocolate drizzle tip: Melt slowly and stir often. Helpful guide: Ghirardelli chocolate melting/tempering tips .
How to Make
- Prep: Heat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper (leave a little overhang).
- Melt chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate chips, then let it sit 3–4 minutes so it’s warm, not hot.
- Whisk base: Whisk eggs and sugar for about 2 minutes until slightly lighter and airy (this helps the shiny top).
- Add flavor + color: Whisk in oil, vinegar, vanilla, and red gel coloring. Then whisk in the warm melted chocolate until smooth.
- Dry mix: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt so there are no cocoa lumps.
- Combine gently: Fold dry into wet just until the flour disappears. Don’t overmix—this keeps brownies fudgy.
- Bake: Bake 40–50 minutes until the center is just set and a knife comes out with moist crumbs (not wet batter).
- Cool fully: Cool completely before drizzling or slicing (warm brownies can look underbaked even when they’re perfect).
- Drizzle + slice: Drizzle melted white chocolate, let it set, then slice (chill 20–30 minutes for the cleanest cuts).
Make-Ahead & Storage
- Make-ahead: These brownies taste even fudgier the next day.
- Room temp: Airtight container, 2–3 days.
- Fridge: 3–5 days (cold brownies are extra dense and rich).
Expert Tips for Bakery-Style Results
Don’t overmix the batter
As soon as the flour disappears, stop mixing. Overmixing can make brownies less fudgy.
How to know they’re done
You want the brownies just set. A knife should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
Use a metal pan
Metal bakes more evenly than glass and helps you get that soft center without overbaked edges.
Valentine finishing idea: Sprinkle a pinch of freeze-dried strawberry powder over the drizzle for a naturally pink, “fancy” look.
FAQ
Can I make red velvet brownies a day ahead?
Yes — and they’re even better the next day. The texture becomes richer and more fudgy after resting.
Do I have to use gel food coloring?
Gel is best for bold color, but you can use liquid coloring — just know the color may be lighter and the batter slightly thinner.
What if I don’t want white chocolate?
You can skip it or drizzle with dark chocolate instead. The brownies are delicious either way.
Looking for more cozy ideas?
- Dinners — easy cozy meals that feel special.
- Desserts — sweet ideas for every season.
- Appetizers — starters that make any night feel like a party.
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