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Red Velvet Cookie Bars

Delicious Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these Red Velvet Cookie Bars, a delightful treat that's easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • Cream cheese frosting optional

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  3. In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix in red food coloring until well combined.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; stir until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan; smooth evenly and bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool before adding cream cheese frosting if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 125mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are versatile. Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture.

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