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Red Velvet Brownie Bites with Cream Cheese Swirl

Irresistible Red Velvet Brownie Bites with Cream Cheese Swirl

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These Red Velvet Brownie Bites with Cream Cheese Swirl combine rich chocolate and tangy cream cheese for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownie Batter
  • 1/2 cup Butter Substitute with margarine for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder Dutch-process cocoa yields a richer flavor.
  • 1 ts Vanilla Extract Vital for depth in flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Red Food Coloring Beet juice can be used as a natural substitute.
  • 1/4 ts Salt Essential in all baking recipes.
  • 1 ts Espresso Powder Intensifies chocolate flavor without adding coffee notes.
  • 1 tbsp Vinegar Reacts with cocoa and eggs for a tender texture.
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be swapped with gluten-free mix for gluten-free bites.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust as per taste.
  • 1 ts Vanilla Adds flavor depth to the cream cheese filling.
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Binds the cream cheese mixture for the perfect swirl.

Equipment

  • mini muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, sift together cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, salt, and espresso powder.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat until completely liquid, then combine with sugar and sifted dry ingredients.
  4. Allow the mixture to cool slightly before adding eggs one at a time, mixing each thoroughly.
  5. Gently fold in remaining dry ingredients using a spatula.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth, then incorporate the egg yolk.
  7. Spoon brownie batter into muffin cups, fill halfway, then add cream cheese filling on top and swirl gently.
  8. Bake for about 12 minutes, until slightly puffed and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Once cooled, serve or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These brownie bites can be customized with nut butter or chocolate chips. They are perfect for gatherings or a cozy evening at home.

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