Description
These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that blend a rich flavor with a soft, chewy texture. Perfect for any gathering or sweet craving!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, light or dark
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk, in addition to the full egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring, liquid or gel, feel free to use less
- 1/2 teaspoon vinegar, distilled or white vinegar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened but not starting to melt
- 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese, be sure to use brick style
- 2 1/2 – 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sift if lumpy
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons cream , whipping cream or table cream, if needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (180C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, vanilla, red food coloring, and vinegar to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until no lumps remain.
- Transfer the dough into the prepared pan and spread it evenly, using wax paper to press it down if necessary.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and edges begin pulling away from the sides of the pan.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
For a different flavor, you can adjust the amount of cocoa powder in the dough.
These cookie bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg