Name: Red Velvet Cookie Bars
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 2 h 10 min
Total time: 2 h 55 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 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, in addition to the full egg; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon red food coloring, liquid or gel, feel free to use less; 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, be sure to use brick style; 2 1/2 – 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sift if lumpy; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1-2 tablespoons cream , whipping cream or table cream, if needed

Description

These Red Velvet Cookie Bars are a must-try with their rich flavor and cream cheese frosting. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home!

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, in addition to the full egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring, liquid or gel, feel free to use less
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, be sure to use brick style
2 1/2 – 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sift if lumpy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1–2 tablespoons cream , whipping cream or table cream, if needed

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Instructions

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

Notes

Using gel food coloring will enhance the color without adding excess liquid.
Make sure to let the bars cool completely before applying the frosting for better texture.
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg