Description
Green Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting are a festive twist on classic brownies, featuring a rich chocolate flavor, a vibrant green hue, and a luscious cream cheese topping. Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, Christmas, or any occasion that calls for a fun and delicious dessert
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup butter
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 (1-ounce) bottle green liquid food coloring
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with foil and lightly grease it.
- Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in sugar. Add eggs one at a time, mixing until combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in flour, food coloring, baking powder, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
- Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 44-48 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Let cool completely for about 2 hours.
- Make Frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and salt, then mix in vanilla.
- Frost and Serve: Lift brownies from the pan, remove foil, and spread frosting evenly. Cut into squares and enjoy.
Notes
- Use gel food coloring for a more intense green color.
- Add mint extract for a refreshing twist.
- For a nutty crunch, mix in chopped pecans or walnuts.
