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Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Bites Recipe

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These Homemade Red Velvet Brownie Bites are fudgy, rich, and perfectly swirled with a smooth cream cheese filling. Made in a mini muffin pan, they combine classic red velvet flavors with a decadent chocolate undertone enhanced by espresso powder and vinegar for depth. These bite-sized treats are ideal for serving at parties or enjoying as a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Brownie Batter

  • 9 tbsp unsalted butter (such as Kerrygold), melted
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp espresso powder
  • 1/2 tsp vinegar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (King Arthur recommended)

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 9 oz cream cheese, room temperature (about 70°F)
  • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan and ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350°F and generously grease a mini muffin pan with butter or cooking spray, ensuring the sides and bottoms are coated to prevent sticking. Sift cocoa powder to remove lumps for a smooth batter. Make sure all ingredients, especially the cream cheese and eggs, are at room temperature (around 70°F) to ensure smooth blending and good texture.
  2. Make the brownie batter. In a medium bowl, melt the butter and whisk together with sugar, sifted cocoa powder, vanilla extract, red food coloring, salt, espresso powder, and vinegar until well combined. The espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor subtly while vinegar deepens the red velvet tang. Add eggs one at a time, whisking thoroughly between each addition. Gently fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix to avoid tough brownies.
  3. Prepare the cream cheese filling. In a separate bowl, beat the room temperature cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Use a whisk to avoid overbeating which can cause graininess. Gently fold in the egg yolk until just incorporated, resulting in a soft, creamy filling that contrasts beautifully with the fudgy brownie.
  4. Assemble the brownie bites. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of brownie batter into each mini muffin cup, filling halfway. Add around 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese filling on top of the brownie layer, then cover with another teaspoon of brownie batter to seal the filling inside. Using a toothpick or thin skewer, swirl through the layers in a figure-eight or circular motion to create a marbled effect, being careful not to overmix to preserve the red velvet look.
  5. Bake and cool. Bake in the preheated 350°F oven for 12 minutes. The tops should be set and spring back lightly when touched, with centers remaining slightly soft and fudgy. Let the brownie bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes to firm up for easier removal. Use a thin knife or small offset spatula to gently lift them out, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing results.
  • Sifting the cocoa powder prevents lumps and streaks in the batter.
  • Do not overmix the flour into the brownie batter to keep texture fudgy and moist.
  • Swirling the filling gently maintains the distinct red velvet and cream cheese contrast without muddying colors.
  • Allow bites to cool fully on a wire rack to set the texture perfectly before serving.

Keywords: red velvet brownies, mini brownie bites, cream cheese swirl, bite-sized brownies, dessert bites, chocolate red velvet, cream cheese filling

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