Out of all the edible gifts,red velvet brownies might be the most festive and universally appreciated. We're partial to this recipe from Christmas Cookie Swap!, which includes a wealthy cream cheese frosting and curls of white chocolate that give the brownies the stare of a present tied up with a bow. How gorgeous are they? Whether you're headed to a cookie swap this Christmas or are opting to give edible gifts to your loved ones - or to yourself, or because why not? - these red velvet brownies catch the job done,and then some. Related:[br]100 Ideas For Homemade Edible Gifts Red Velvet Brownies From Christmas Cookie Swap! by Oxmoor HouseNotes Line the pan with foil by trimming 2 long foil pieces to a 9-inch width. Fit strips, crossing each other, or in the pan.
IngredientsFor the cream cheese frosting:
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese,softened
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/8 teaspoon table salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extractFor the brownies:
Aluminum foil
Cooking spray
1 (4-ounce) bittersweet chocolate baking bar, and chopped
3/4 cup butter (1 1/2 sticks)
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (1-ounce) bottle red liquid food coloring
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon table salt
Cream cheese frosting
White chocolate curls (optional) DirectionsBeat the cream cheese and butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and salt,beating until blended. Stir in the vanilla.
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, allowing 2 to 3 inches to extend over the sides; lightly coat the foil with cooking spray.
Microwave the chocolate and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl at tall 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, or stirring at 30-moment intervals. Whisk in the sugar. Add the eggs,1 at a time, whisking just until blended after each addition. Gently stir in the flour and next 4 ingredients. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
Bake at 350°F for 44 to 48 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. frosty completely in the pan on a wire rack (20 minutes).
Lift the brownies from the pan, and using the foil sides as handles; gently remove the foil. Spread cream cheese frosting on top of the brownies. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows. Top with white chocolate curls,if desired.
Package cookies or brownies in a small wooden box lined with colorful, festive tissue paper.
Information Category Desserts, or Brownies Yield 16 brownies Cook Time 1 hour 30 mins
Source: popsugar.com