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Red Velvet Cookie Bars Recipe

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Delight in the rich flavors of these Red Velvet Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of cocoa, red food coloring, and creamy white chocolate chips baked into soft, fudgy bars topped with smooth cream cheese frosting. This easy-to-make dessert combines the classic red velvet cake essence with cookie bar convenience, ideal for parties, gatherings, or a sweet treat any day.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

Add-ins

  • 1 cup white chocolate chips

Frosting

  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the cookie bars evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt to ensure proper distribution of leavening and cocoa.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a larger bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until the mixture is light and creamy, which helps create a tender texture.
  4. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and red food coloring, mixing thoroughly to achieve the signature red velvet hue and flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the batter.
  6. Fold in White Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the white chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute the sweetness and texture contrast.
  7. Spread Batter in Pan: Grease a baking pan and spread the batter evenly to ensure uniform baking and thickness.
  8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  9. Cool Down: Remove from oven and allow the cookie bars to cool completely in the pan before frosting, which prevents the frosting from melting.
  10. Prepare Frosting: In a bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and spreadable.
  11. Frost Cookie Bars: Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie bars for a rich finish.
  12. Serve: Cut into squares and enjoy these indulgent red velvet cookie bars with friends and family.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3-4 days.
  • You can adjust the amount of red food coloring depending on your desired intensity of color.
  • White chocolate chips can be substituted with regular chocolate chips or chunks for a different flavor profile.

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