Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
These red velvet cookie bars are soft, rich, and topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting for the perfect indulgence.
Ingredients:
For the Bars:
3 cups all-purpose flour
cup unsweetened cocoa powder
tsp salt 蓼
1 tsp baking powder
tsp baking soda
1 cup unsalted butter, softened 杻
1 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs 讀
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 oz bottle red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
16 oz cream cheese, softened 燎
cup unsalted butter, softened 杻
3 cups powdered sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1 Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350F 175C. Line a 13×9 inch pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil, then grease it and set aside.
2 Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. Set aside.
3 Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
4 Add Eggs & Flavor:
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and red food coloring.
5 Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients in batches, mixing until just combined.
6 Spread in Pan:
Scoop the batter into the prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly.
7 Bake:
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely.
8 Make Cream Cheese Frosting:
While the bars are cooling, beat the cream cheese and butter together until fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat gently until incorporated. Add the vanilla extract and beat for an additional 3 minutes.
9 Frost the Bars:
Once the bars are completely cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Cut into squares and enjoy!
These Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect for any celebration or as a delicious treat to share with friends and family. Enjoy the rich red velvet flavor paired with the creamy frosting!
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