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Red Velvet Cookie Bars

Decadent Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Creamy Frosting

These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are a festive delight with a rich creamy frosting, perfect for cozy nights and holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour the base for those soft and chewy cookie bars.
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder a hint of chocolate to complement the red velvet flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensures your bars rise and stay fluffy.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt balances the sweetness of the sugars in the bar.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter adds richness and moisture to the bars.
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar for that perfectly sweet taste.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar keeps the bars nice and chewy with its molasses flavor.
  • 2 large eggs binds the ingredients together for a great texture.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring gives those iconic red velvet cookie bars their vibrant color.
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips adds delightful pops of sweetness in every bite.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cream cheese frosting either store-bought or homemade; it's the perfect finishing touch for your cookie bars.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in white chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the dough into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes.
  10. Spread cream cheese frosting over the cooled bars.
  11. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Feel free to customize with dark chocolate or nuts.

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