The rich cocoa taste combined with the deep red color of red velvet creates a unique experience and when you transform this into a brownie? It's a whole different story. Here are 17 recipes that all incorporate red velvet brownies, plus some fun surprises. You'll probably want to make multiple batches.
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1) Classic Red Velvet Brownies
This is the first one to master: simple, bold, and completely reliable.
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Classic Red Velvet Brownies
Brownies that are soft and chewy and have a classic red velvet color with a mild cocoa flavor.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
- Whisk the melted butter and sugar together until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs, vanilla, and red food coloring.
- Fold in the flour and cocoa just until combined.
- Spread the batter into the pan and bake for 26 to 28 minutes.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
A teaspoon of vinegar deepens the classic red velvet tang if you'd like.
2) Red Velvet Swirl Cheesecake Brownies
The pink and white marbled top looks good enough to eat!
Red Velvet Swirl Cheesecake Brownies
Creamy, smooth cheesecake swirl on top of brownies with a red velvet swirl.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet batter by whisking butter, sugar, eggs, coloring, flour, and cocoa.
- Beat the cream cheese with the extra sugar until smooth.
- Spread the red batter in the pan and dollop the cheesecake mixture over it.
- Swirl the two together with a knife.
- Bake for 32 to 35 minutes, then chill before slicing.
Notes
Chill at least an hour so the cheesecake swirl sets up for clean cuts.
3) Cream Cheese Frosted Red Velvet Brownies
Everything red velvet is better with a cream cheese frosting on top.
Cream Cheese Frosted Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet brownies topped with cream cheese frosting.
Ingredients
Method
- Bake the red velvet brownie batter at 350°F for 26 to 28 minutes, then cool completely.
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat into a thick frosting.
- Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled brownies.
- Chill briefly to firm up the frosting.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
Make sure the brownies are fully cool or the frosting will slide right off.
4) Gluten-Free Red Velvet Brownies
All the red velvet magic, no gluten, and no one will even know!
Gluten-Free Red Velvet Brownies
Red Velvet brownies that are naturally gluten-free and keep that rich, soft, and fudgy texture.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Whisk the butter and sugar, then beat in the eggs, vanilla, and red coloring.
- Fold in the almond flour and cocoa until you have a thick batter.
- Spread the batter evenly into the pan.
- Bake for 26 to 28 minutes until set at the edges.
- Cool fully before slicing so they hold together.
Notes
Almond flour brownies are extra moist, so let them cool completely before cutting.
5) Vegan Red Velvet Brownies
These are so rich you would never guess they are egg free and dairy free.
Vegan Red Velvet Brownies
Totally egg-free, these fudgy brownies are also dense and plant-based! And we can’t forget the velvety deliciousness.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Whisk the coconut oil, sugar, and applesauce until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla and red coloring.
- Fold in the flour and cocoa to form a thick batter.
- Spread into the pan and bake for 26 to 28 minutes.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
The applesauce keeps these moist without any eggs at all.
6) Red Velvet Brookies
Not sure whether to get a cookie or a brownie? These give you both in every bite!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and spread it into the pan.
- Break the cookie dough into pieces and scatter it over the top.
- Gently press the dough so it nestles into the batter.
- Bake for 30 to 32 minutes until the cookie layer is golden.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Use store-bought cookie dough to make this an easy weeknight bake.
7) White Chocolate Red Velvet Brownies
Dreamy combos are made with creamy white chocolate and that deep red base.
White Chocolate Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet brownies drizzled with and featuring pieces of creamy white chocolate.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet batter and fold in half the white chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter into the pan.
- Bake for 26 to 28 minutes until set.
- Melt the remaining white chocolate and drizzle over the warm brownies.
- Cool before slicing.
Notes
Let the brownies cool slightly before drizzling so the white chocolate sets neatly.
8) Nutella Red Velvet Brownies
Nutella and red velvet is one of the best combinations I've ever tried.
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Nutella Red Velvet Brownies
Brownies with a fudgy red velvet base and a swirl of rich chocolate-hazelnut spread!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and spread it into the pan.
- Warm the hazelnut spread slightly so it's pourable.
- Dollop it over the batter and swirl it through with a knife.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until set.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Reserve a little hazelnut spread to drizzle over the top after baking.
9) Red Velvet Truffle Brownies
Rich, extravagant, and nearly reminiscent of sinking your teeth into a gourmet chocolate truffle.
Red Velvet Truffle Brownies
Rich chocolate truffle center, velvety red brownie, and a touch of red velvet creates a super decadent dessert.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Whisk the butter, sugar, and eggs until thick and glossy.
- Fold in the flour, cocoa, and red coloring.
- Stir in the dark chocolate chips.
- Spread into the pan and bake for 30 to 32 minutes until just set.
- Cool fully, then chill briefly for a dense truffle texture.
Notes
Slightly underbake and chill for that signature gooey truffle center.
10) Peanut Butter Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet cake with swirls of peanut butter? Now that's a combination that is sure to impress!
Peanut Butter Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet brownies with a creamy and salty-sweet peanut butter swirl.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and spread it into the pan.
- Warm the peanut butter slightly so it drizzles easily.
- Dollop it over the batter and swirl it through with a knife.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until set.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Creamy peanut butter swirls more smoothly than the chunky kind here.
11) Red Velvet Biscotti Brownies
Great for dipping in coffee! They're chewy in the middle and have a crisp edge!
Red Velvet Biscotti Brownies
Twice-baked red velvet brownies biscotti have a crunchable and dunkable texture!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- Mix the butter, sugar, eggs, and red coloring, then fold in the flour, cocoa, and chips.
- Shape the dough into a flat log on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then cool slightly and slice into bars.
- Lay the slices cut-side down and bake another 18 to 20 minutes until crisp.
- Cool completely so they crisp up fully.
Notes
These keep for a week in an airtight tin, perfect for gifting.
12) Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Brownies
You can say 'I love you' on Valentine's Day or any other day in the sweetest way.
Heart-Shaped Red Velvet Brownies
Classic red velvet brownies are cut into cute little heart shapes and topped with frosting.
Ingredients
Method
- Bake the red velvet brownie batter in a thin layer at 350°F for 24 to 28 minutes, then cool.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
- Drizzle or pipe the white frosting over each heart.
- Add sprinkles if you like for extra cuteness.
- Let the frosting set before serving.
- Arrange on a pretty platter.
Notes
Save the scraps; they're a baker's snack and nobody will judge.
13) Red Velvet Raspberry Brownies
Tart raspberries brighten thick red velvet for a fresh and fruity addition.
Red Velvet Raspberry Brownies
Red velvet brownies with swirling raspberry sauce.
Ingredients
Method
- Simmer the raspberries with the extra sugar until jammy, then mash and cool.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and spread it into the pan.
- Dollop the raspberry sauce over the top and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until set.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Strain the raspberry sauce first if you'd rather skip the seeds.
14) Marbled Red Velvet Brownies
The two-toned marble finish gives the illusion of higher value than they are.
Marbled Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet and classic chocolate batters intertwined to create a stunning marble effect.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Whisk the butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, then fold in the flour.
- Divide the batter in half, stirring cocoa into one half and red coloring into the other.
- Spoon both batters into the pan in alternating dollops.
- Swirl them together gently with a knife.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes, then cool before slicing.
Notes
Don't over-swirl or the two colors will blend into one muddy shade.
15) Red Velvet Brownies with a Ganache Glaze
These look like something from the bakery just because of the shiny glaze ganache!
Red Velvet Brownies with a Ganache Glaze
These fudgy red velvet brownies are topped with a silky and glossy chocolate ganache.
Ingredients
Method
- Bake the red velvet brownie batter at 350°F for 26 to 28 minutes, then cool.
- Heat the cream until steaming and pour it over the chocolate chips.
- Stir into a smooth, glossy ganache.
- Pour the ganache over the cooled brownies and spread evenly.
- Chill until the glaze is set.
- Slice into clean squares.
Notes
Run your knife under hot water for the cleanest cuts through the ganache.
16) Red Velvet Turtle Brownies
This dessert has been set to the max level with its combo of caramel, pecans, and red velvet!
Red Velvet Turtle Brownies
Red velvet brownies with toasted pecans, caramel, and chocolate drizzle.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and fold in half the pecans.
- Spread into the pan and bake for 26 to 28 minutes.
- Drizzle the warm brownies with caramel sauce.
- Scatter the remaining pecans and a chocolate drizzle over the top.
- Cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
Toast the pecans in a dry skillet first for the best flavor and crunch.
17) Salted Caramel Red Velvet Brownies
These are dangerously easy to overeat because of the mix of sweet, salty, and gooey.
Salted Caramel Red Velvet Brownies
Red velvet brownies with salted caramel swirl and flaky sea salt.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a pan with parchment.
- Make the red velvet brownie batter and spread half of it in the pan.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce, then top with the remaining batter.
- Swirl a knife through and sprinkle with flaky salt.
- Bake for 28 to 30 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Chill for an hour for cleaner slices through the gooey caramel layer.