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Delicious Dairy-Free Red Velvet Brownies Recipe

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These delicious Dairy Free Red Velvet Brownies offer a rich, fudgy chocolate treat with a vibrant red color, topped with a creamy vegan cream cheese glaze. Perfectly moist and tender, these brownies combine the classic flavors of red velvet with dairy-free ingredients, making them suitable for those avoiding dairy without sacrificing flavor or texture.

Ingredients

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For the Brownies:

  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 1/2 tsp vanilla essence (Nielsen-Massey preferred)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 3 eggs (room temperature, about 70°F)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (King Arthur recommended)
  • 5 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp espresso powder

For the Glaze:

  • 3.5 oz vegan cream cheese (Kite Hill recommended)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
  • 2–3 tbsp oat milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal. Remove eggs from the refrigerator to reach room temperature.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and espresso powder. Ensure thorough mixing to prevent lumps and distribute ingredients evenly.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk vegetable oil, sugar, vanilla essence, apple cider vinegar, and red food coloring until uniform in color. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently just until combined, avoiding overmixing to keep brownies tender.
  5. Bake the Brownies: Pour batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, indicating fudgy texture.
  6. Cool the Brownies: Remove from oven and allow the brownies to cool completely in the baking dish at room temperature for 1-2 hours to set properly.
  7. Prepare the Glaze: In a clean bowl, beat vegan cream cheese, sifted powdered sugar, and vanilla essence on medium-high speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy. Gradually add oat milk one tablespoon at a time until reaching a spreadable consistency.
  8. Frost the Brownies: Spread the glaze evenly over cooled brownies using an offset spatula or spoon. Create peaks and swirls as desired.
  9. Serve: Slice into squares and serve at room temperature, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for firmer frosting.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better emulsification and a tender crumb.
  • Espresso powder enhances chocolate flavor without adding coffee taste.
  • Apple cider vinegar helps tenderize and deepen red velvet color.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough brownies.
  • Allow brownies to cool completely before frosting to ensure glaze sets properly.
  • If a firmer frosting is desired, refrigerate brownies after glazing for 30 minutes.
  • Sifting powdered sugar prevents lumps in the glaze for a smooth finish.

Keywords: Dairy Free Red Velvet Brownies, Vegan Brownies, Red Velvet Dessert, Dairy Free Dessert, Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

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