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Red Velvet Cookie Bars

Decadent Red Velvet Cookie Bars with Creamy Frosting Bliss

These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines rich flavors and creamy frosting to impress everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert Recipes
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2.5 cups All-purpose flour essential for structure and texture
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder adds a subtle chocolate flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda helps the cookie bars rise beautifully
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt enhances all the flavors wonderfully
  • 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened provides a rich, creamy base for the bars
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar sweetens the cookie base perfectly
  • 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed adds moisture and depth of flavor
  • 2 large Eggs bind the ingredients together
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract brings warmth and flavor to the mix
  • 1 tablespoon Red food coloring gives the bars their signature vibrant hue
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup White chocolate chips adds creamy sweetness
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cream cheese frosting provides a luscious and tangy finish

Equipment

  • electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Baking Pan
  • spatula

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 butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and red food coloring until combined.
  5. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined.
  6. Fold in white chocolate chips gently using a spatula.
  7. Spread the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, spread cream cheese frosting evenly on top.
  11. Cut into squares and serve or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Allow bars to cool completely before frosting.

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