What does pink velvet taste like?

Pink velvet brownie tastes soft and creamy with a gentle cocoa warmth. The flavor feels lighter than chocolate brownies and smoother than plain vanilla.

What is pink velvet made of?

Pink velvet brownie uses butter, sugar, eggs, a small amount of cocoa powder, buttermilk, vanilla, and pink food coloring to create its signature texture and color.

Is pink velvet just vanilla?

No, pink velvet brownie isn’t just vanilla. It includes cocoa powder, which adds subtle depth without overpowering sweetness.

What is the flavor of pink velvet cake?

Pink velvet flavor balances mild cocoa, creamy sweetness, and a soft tang from buttermilk, which translates beautifully into brownie form.

Pink Velvet Brownie - not just recipe

Name: Pink Velvet Brownie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature; ⅞ cup granulated white sugar ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons; 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste; 3 large egg whites; 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pink food dye I like Wilton ROSE food dye; 4 ounce cream cheese room temperature; 4 tablespoons butter room temperature; 3 cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste; Sprinkles optional

Description

These cute Pink Velvet Brownies are bright pink with a strong vanilla flavor, but no strawberries! They are the perfect mix of brownie and blondie with no artificial flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

Blondie Ingredients:

½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature

⅞ cup granulated white sugar ¾ cup + 2 tablespoons

1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

3 large egg whites

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon pink food dye I like Wilton ROSE food dye

Cream Cheese Frosting Ingredients:

4 ounce cream cheese room temperature

4 tablespoons butter room temperature

3 cups powdered sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Sprinkles optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Add the butter, sugar, vanilla bean paste, and egg whites to a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until creamy.

3. Add the flour, baking powder, and salt to the bowl and mix until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl with a rubber spatula and beat once more to ensure all the ingredients are fully incorporated. Batter will be very thick – this is normal.

4. Add the food dye to the bowl and mix until fully combined.

5. Scoop the batter into a greased and parchment-lined 9×9-inch baking dish. Smooth the top out with a spatula.

6. Bake the blondies in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only moist crumbs on it.

7. Allow the blondies to cool completely.

Directions for Frosting:

1. Add the cream cheese, butter, vanilla bean paste, and powdered sugar to a large mixing bowl and beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

2. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled blondies and top with sprinkles, if desired.

3. Cut the blondies into 9 equal-sized squares. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

Check your pink velvet brownies for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. It should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.

Adjust the amount of pink food coloring based on the brand and shade you use. Some may appear muted and dull after they bake.

Avoid overbaking the brownies to prevent them from becoming dry and crumbly.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes