Description

These Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that brings joy with their rich flavor and creamy frosting. Perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings, they’re easy to make, and sure to impress all chocolate lovers!

Ingredients

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2 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, light or dark
1 large egg
1 large egg yolk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring, liquid or gel
1/2 teaspoon vinegar, distilled or white vinegar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened but not starting to melt
8 ounces full-fat cream cheese
2 1/2 – 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sift if lumpy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1–2 tablespoons cream

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350F (180C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch (23×33 cm) pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
Add the egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar to the butter mixture, and mix until well blended.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing at low speed until fully combined.
Spoon the dough into the prepared pan and press into an even layer, using wax paper if necessary to prevent sticking.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and edges pull away from the pan.
Allow the bars to cool completely before frosting.

Notes

Make sure to use brick-style cream cheese for the frosting for the best texture.
You can adjust the amount of red food coloring for the desired intensity of color in your cookie bars.
Allow the bars to be completely cooled before frosting to prevent melting.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 300
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 60mg