Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies
These Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies are the perfect combination of rich, fudgy chocolate and festive flair. Easy to make and sure to impress, these brownies are a must-have for your holiday dessert spread!
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Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, browned
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red Food Dye
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red, white, and blue M&M's
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, line your 8x8 baking dish with parchment paper for easy brownie removal later.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it turns golden brown and gives off a delicious nutty aroma.
- Toss in the chocolate chips while the butter is still warm. Stir everything together until the chocolate chips melt completely, creating a smooth, glossy mixture.
- Whisk in both the white and brown sugars and salt until everything is well combined. This step ensures you get that perfect sweet balance throughout the brownies.
- Crack in the eggs and pour in the vanilla extract. Give everything a good whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the red food dye to create that beautiful, rich burgundy color. Mix it in well. If you feel like it could be a little deeper, feel free to add more dye!
- Fold in the cocoa powder and flour until they’re fully incorporated. You’ll notice the batter becoming thicker and more luscious. If you’re a stickler for that deep red hue, you can add more dye here too.
- Now it’s time for the fun part—stir in the red, white, and blue M&M’s! These little guys not only add a burst of color but a nice pop of sweetness in every bite.
- Pour the brownie batter into your prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. For a little extra flair, sprinkle some more M&M's on top before baking. These brownies will bake at 350°F for 40-45 minutes, but always check with a toothpick to ensure they’re fully baked. It should come out clean when done!
- Once your brownies are baked to perfection, let them cool completely in the dish. After they’re cool, slice them up into squares. You’ll have a platter of gorgeous, colorful brownies ready to impress!