Description
If you’re looking for a dessert that’s both eye-catching and irresistibly delicious, these Green Velvet Brownies With Cream Cheese Frosting are the perfect choice. This easy recipe combines a soft, velvety brownie base with a rich and tangy cream cheese topping, making it ideal for holidays, parties, or even a quick dessert at home. Whether you need fun dessert ideas, a festive treat, or a unique twist on classic brownies, this recipe delivers flavor, color, and simplicity all in one bite.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon green food coloring
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 oz cream cheese
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons green sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
5. Stir in buttermilk and vinegar until combined.
6. Add green food coloring and mix until desired color is reached.
7. Gradually fold in dry ingredients until just combined.
8. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly.
9. Bake for 20–25 minutes, then let cool completely.
10. Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla.
11. Spread frosting over cooled brownies and top with sprinkles.
12. Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter and frosting.
Do not overbake to keep the brownies soft and fudgy.
Chill before slicing for clean and neat edges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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