Best 5 Red Velvet Peppermint Swirl Brownies Recipes

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**Red Velvet Peppermint Swirl Brownies: A Festive Holiday Treat**

These Red Velvet Peppermint Swirl Brownies are the perfect dessert for any holiday gathering. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make. The brownies are made with a rich red velvet batter, swirled with a creamy peppermint filling. They're then topped with a chocolate ganache and crushed candy canes. This recipe also includes instructions for making a gluten-free version of the brownies. In addition to the Red Velvet Peppermint Swirl Brownies, this article also includes recipes for:

* **Classic Red Velvet Brownies:** These classic brownies are made with a rich chocolate batter and topped with a cream cheese frosting.
* **Peppermint Brownies:** These brownies are made with a chocolate batter and swirled with a peppermint filling.
* **Red Velvet Cheesecake Brownies:** These brownies are made with a red velvet batter and topped with a layer of cheesecake.
* **Peppermint Cheesecake Brownies:** These brownies are made with a chocolate batter and topped with a layer of peppermint cheesecake.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and festive brownies.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

RED VELVET PEPPERMINT BROWNIES WITH PEPPERMINT CREAM CHEESE FROSTING



Red Velvet Peppermint Brownies with Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting image

Red Velvet Peppermint Brownies with Peppermint Cream Cheese Frosting are the perfect holiday brownie! A rich and chewy vibrant red peppermint brownie piled high with peppermint cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 4-oz. bittersweet chocolate baking bar, chopped
¾ cup butter
2 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 1-oz. bottle McCormick Red Food Color
1½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract
1 8-oz. package cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter (softened)
1½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon McCormick Pure Peppermint Extract
Crushed peppermint candy canes for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x9 or 7x11 inch pan with aluminum foil allowing 2 inches to hang over the sides. Lightly grease.
  • In a microwave safe bowl melt the chocolate and butter stirring after 30 seconds each time being careful not to burn the chocolate. Whisk in the sugar and add the eggs one at a time until blended. Add the flour, red food coloring, baking powder, vanilla, and peppermint extract. Stir until fully incorporated.
  • Pour into the bottom of your prepared baking pan and bake for 40-44 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean with moist crumbs. Cool completely.
  • To make the cream cheese frosting: Beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and peppermint extract and continue to beat until creamy. Frost the cooled brownies. Top with crushed candy canes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 112 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 36 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PEPPERMINT SWIRL RED VELVET BROWNIES



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These Peppermint Swirl Red Velvet Brownies are the perfect treat made straight from box cake mix!

Provided by Stephanie Pass

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients according to package)
1 box red velvet cake mix
1/4 C canola oil
1 large egg
1/4 C whole milk
1 cup unsalted sweet cream butter, softened
4 oz cream cheese, softened
3 cups powder sugar
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 cup crushed candy canes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Make the brownie mix as directed on the back of the box.
  • Pour the brownie batter into the baking dish.
  • With the electric mixer combine the cake mix, oil, egg, and milk and mix until combined.
  • Spoon the red velvet batter onto brownie layer.
  • Use a knife to pull through and swirl the red velvet.
  • Bake for 22-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let cool completely before frosting.
  • With an electric mixer combine all ingredients and mix on medium speed until well combined and stiff peaks form.
  • Scoop frosting onto the brownies and spread evenly.
  • Sprinkle the crushed candy canes.
  • Let frosting harden for about 10 minutes before cutting into bars and enjoying.

RED VELVET SWIRL BROWNIES



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, for pan
1 stick unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup cocoa powder
Pinch salt
1 tablespoon red food coloring
1 teaspoon vinegar
2 eggs
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup chopped toasted walnuts
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Butter an 8 by 8-inch baking pan, and set aside.
  • Brownie layer: In a saucepan on medium heat melt the butter. Remove the butter to a large bowl and add the sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, salt, food coloring, and vinegar, in that order, mixing between additions. Whisk the eggs in a small bowl and stir it into the cocoa mix. Fold in the flour until lightly combined. Stir in the walnuts and pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, saving 1/4 cup of the batter for the top.
  • Cream cheese layer: Blend together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla in a medium bowl. Gently spread the cream cheese layer on top of the brownie batter in the pan. Dollop the remaining brownie batter over the cream cheese layer. Using a skewer or the tip of a knife, drag the tip through the cream cheese mixture to create a swirl pattern. Bake the brownies for 30 minutes. Remove to a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely before cutting.

RED VELVET CHEESECAKE SWIRL BROWNIES



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These are absolutely beautiful moist and delicious red velvet brownies! Perfect for red velvet cake lovers; adds a different twist to a traditional red velvet cake. This is a beautiful dessert perfect for Valentine's Day or for anybody who LOVES red velvet! I like this served the next day and slightly cold.

Provided by squeeziebrb

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Brownie Recipes     Chocolate Brownie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ounce red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese at room temperature
¼ cup white sugar
1 large egg
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan.
  • Whisk melted butter with 1 cup sugar in a large mixing bowl; stir cocoa, red food coloring, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, vinegar, and salt into butter mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition to avoid lumps. Stir 2 eggs into mixture until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir flour into cocoa mixture just until combined; set aside 1/4 cup batter. Pour remaining batter into the prepared baking dish.
  • Beat cream cheese in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy; beat 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract into cream cheese until very well blended and only small lumps remain, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Spoon cream cheese mixture in dollops over the batter in pan; gently smooth tops of dollops even with batter using a knife or offset spatula. Do not overmix. Drizzle reserved 1/4 cup of batter over the dollops of cream cheese mixture. Drag a knife or skewer through the batter and cream cheese mixture to create swirls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the pan comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into bars; store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.4 g, Cholesterol 87.4 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 122.9 mg, Sugar 21.1 g

RED VELVET PEPPERMINT SWIRL BROWNIES RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Red Velvet Peppermint Swirl Brownies Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by LRay

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (4-ounce) baking bar bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup butter
2 1/4 cups sugar, divided
4 large eggs
1 (1-ounce) bottle red liquid food coloring
1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line bottom and sides of a 13- x 9-inch pan with aluminum foil, allowing 2 to 3 inches to extend over sides; lightly grease foil. Microwave chocolate and butter in a large microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 1 1/2 to 2 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring at 30-second intervals. Whisk in 2 cups sugar. Add eggs, 1 at a time, whisking just until blended after each addition. Add food coloring, peppermint extract, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Gently stir in 1 1/2 cups flour and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Pour batter into prepared pan. Beat cream cheese and remaining 1/4 cup sugar at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add egg whites and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla, and beat until blended. Stir in 2 tablespoons flour until smooth. Drop cream cheese mixture by heaping tablespoonfuls over batter in pan; gently swirl with a knife. Bake at 350°F for 30 to 32 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack (about 1 hour). Lift brownies from pan, using foil sides as handles. Gently remove foil; cut brownies into squares.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough brownies.
  • Bake the brownies until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Allow the brownies to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
  • Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
  • Add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the batter for a deeper chocolate flavor.
  • Swirl in some Nutella or peanut butter for a decadent treat.
  • Top the brownies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a special dessert.

Conclusion:

These red velvet peppermint swirl brownies are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate flavor, creamy peppermint swirl, and chewy texture, these brownies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these red velvet peppermint swirl brownies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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