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Green Velvet Brownies

Green Velvet Brownies: A Festive Treat for Every Occasion

These Green Velvet Brownies are a vibrant twist on a classic dessert, combining rich chocolate and cream cheese frosting for a festive treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 48 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 3 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brownies
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Substitute with chopped bittersweet chocolate for deeper taste.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s softened for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs Use room temperature eggs for optimal mixing.
  • ¾ cup All-Purpose Flour Ensure not to overmix to maintain tenderness.
  • 1 tablespoon Green Liquid Food Coloring Can be substituted with matcha for a natural look and flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Adds leavening to ensure a slight rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the chocolate flavor.
  • a pinch Salt Balances sweetness in both brownies and frosting.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened) Forms the base of the creamy frosting.
  • ½ cup Butter (softened) Adds richness to the frosting.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (for frosting) Adds flavor depth.

Equipment

  • 9-inch square baking pan
  • microwave
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil and grease lightly.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and ½ cup of unsalted butter. Melt in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
  3. Whisk in 1 cup of granulated sugar, then add 2 large room-temperature eggs one at a time until fully combined.
  4. Gently stir in ¾ cup of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of baking powder, a pinch of salt, and 1 tablespoon of green liquid food coloring until just combined.
  5. Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan and bake for 44 to 48 minutes until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Allow brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 2 hours.
  7. Beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and ½ cup of softened butter until smooth. Gradually add in 2 cups of powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  8. Once cool, use the foil to lift brownies from the pan, frost evenly on top, and cut into 16 squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider using matcha for a natural green hue or adjusting the frosting flavor for unique variations on your Green Velvet Brownies.

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