Irresistibly Crunchy Red Velvet Brownie Bark You’ll Love
Discover the magic of Red Velvet Brownie Bark – a delightful treat with a fudgy center and crunchy edges, ideal for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Saucepan
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
For the Brownie Bark
- 1 cup Unsalted Butter Richness and moisture
- 2 cups Ghirardelli Milk Chocolate Chips Deep chocolate flavor
- 3 large Eggs Room temperature
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the brownie bark
- 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Contributes moisture
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic flavor
- 1 tablespoon Red Food Coloring For signature hue
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure
- 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Aids with rising
- 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Infuses rich chocolate taste
For the Topping
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Essential for frosting
- 2 cups Confectioners Sugar Sweetens and thickens frosting
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Ensures creamy consistency
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Melt and Cool: In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter and Ghirardelli milk chocolate chips together over low heat. Stir until smooth, then let it cool slightly.
- Whisk Together: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Add Color: Gradually fold in the red food coloring until the batter is evenly colored.
- Combine the Mixtures: Mix the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until no dry streaks remain.
- Spread and Bake: Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool and Slice: Let cool in the pan for about 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Frosting: Beat the cream cheese, unsalted butter, vanilla, confectioners’ sugar, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Frost and Chill: Spread frosting over the cooled brownie bark and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Feel free to customize with chocolate chips or nuts on the topping.