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Red Velvet Cookie Bars

Deliciously Easy Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delve into these Red Velvet Cookie Bars with rich cream cheese frosting for a delightful dessert experience.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened for frosting
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for frosting
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract for frosting

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in red food coloring and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
  6. Spread dough evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool completely before spreading cream cheese frosting on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9g

Notes

These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are not only gorgeous but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to add mix-ins like white chocolate chips or nuts for a custom touch!

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