Description
Green Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting are rich, fudgy brownies tinted green for a festive look and topped with a smooth cream cheese frosting. They’re a simple, one-pan dessert that works well for St Patrick’s Day food, parties, or make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Brownies
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¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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¾ cup butter
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2 cups sugar
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4 large eggs
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 (1-oz) bottle green liquid food coloring
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1½ teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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⅛ teaspoon salt
Cream Cheese Frosting
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1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, softened
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3 tablespoons butter, softened
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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⅛ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, leaving extra overhang on the sides, and lightly grease the foil.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
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Whisk in the sugar until well combined.
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Add the eggs one at a time, whisking just until blended after each addition.
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Gently stir in the flour, green food coloring, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
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Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Bake for 44–48 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
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Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 2 hours.
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For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and salt, then mix in vanilla extract.
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Lift the cooled brownies from the pan using the foil, remove foil, spread frosting evenly, and cut into 16 squares.
Notes
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Allow brownies to cool fully before frosting to prevent melting.
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For clean slices, wipe the knife between cuts.
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Store frosted brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature.