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Red Velvet Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

Indulge in the perfect mix of red velvet goodness and creamy frosting with these delightful bars. Perfect for any occasion and sure to impress!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Serving Size 12

Ingredients

Red Velvet Bars

  • 8 oz unsalted butter
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 TBSP vanilla extract
  • 1 TBSP red gel food coloring
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 cup marshmallow cream

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 4 oz unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 pound powdered sugar (4 cups)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 TBSP heavy cream (or milk)

Instructions

Red Velvet Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugars. Add eggs, egg yolks, vanilla, and red food coloring. Mix well.
  • Add flour, cocoa, buttermilk, salt, and baking soda. Mix until combined. Pour into the pan and bake.
  • For the frosting, cream butter and cream cheese. Add marshmallow cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Blend until creamy.
  • Spread the frosting over the cooled bars. Chill before serving.

Notes

Feel free to add chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra crunch and flavor.