Red velvet desserts – the ultimate treat for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for all things Valentine’s Day. I mean, who doesn’t love the combination of moist, fluffy texture and that distinctive red velvet flavor? As a self-proclaimed dessert enthusiast, I’m always on the lookout for new and exciting ways to indulge in this deliciousness. And, let’s be real, who says red velvet is only for cake? Not me, that’s for sure! So, if you’re ready to shake things up and try some amazing red velvet desserts that aren’t cake, you’re in the right place.
Red Velvet Cookies
These chewy cookies are the perfect way to get your red velvet fix without committing to a whole cake. Red velvet cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with flavor – what’s not to love?
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until a dough forms.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet cookies are perfect for a quick dessert fix or as a fun treat to share with friends. Plus, they’re ridiculously easy to make – what’s not to love?
Red Velvet Brownies
Fudgy, gooey, and utterly irresistible – these red velvet brownies are the perfect dessert for anyone with a serious chocolate craving.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking pan with butter.
2. Melt the butter and sugar in a medium saucepan over low heat.
3. Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until well combined.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the red food coloring.
5. Add the flour and salt, stirring until just combined.
6. Stir in the chocolate chips.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet brownies are rich, decadent, and perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings. Plus, they’re ridiculously easy to make – just be prepared for the inevitable addiction!
Red Velvet Cheesecake Bars
Imagine a creamy cream cheese filling on top of a moist red velvet crust – yes, please! These bars are the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 pounds cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Mix the graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a medium bowl.
3. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
4. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan.
5. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
6. Add the granulated sugar, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
7. Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet cheesecake bars are the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy, with a delicious red velvet flavor throughout. Plus, they’re perfect for satisfying your cream cheese cravings!
Red Velvet Trifle
Layer upon layer of moist red velvet cake, creamy cream cheese frosting, and sweet whipped cream – what’s not to love about this show-stopping trifle?
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch round cake pans.
2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
9. Layer the cakes with cream cheese frosting and whipped cream in a large bowl or individual glasses.
Why You’ll Love It
This red velvet trifle is the perfect show-stopping dessert for any special occasion. With its layers of moist cake, creamy frosting, and sweet whipped cream, it’s sure to impress your friends and family.
Red Velvet Cream Cheese Dip
Imagine a delicious cream cheese dip with a hint of red velvet flavor – yes, please! This dip is perfect for satisfying your snack attacks.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the sour cream, granulated sugar, red food coloring, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
3. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl.
4. Serve with crackers, cookies, or fruit.
Why You’ll Love It
This red velvet cream cheese dip is the perfect snack for satisfying your cravings. With its creamy texture and delicious red velvet flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite.
Red Velvet Pancakes
Fluffy, moist, and utterly delicious – these red velvet pancakes are the perfect breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 and 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
5. Drop tablespoon-sized amounts of batter onto the skillet or griddle.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until bubbles appear on the surface and the edges start to dry.
7. Flip and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet pancakes are the perfect breakfast treat – fluffy, moist, and utterly delicious. Plus, they’re perfect for satisfying your red velvet cravings!
Red Velvet Waffles
Imagine a crispy red velvet waffle with a delicious cream cheese topping – yes, please! These waffles are the perfect breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Heat a waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Drop tablespoon-sized amounts of batter onto the waffle iron.
6. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until the waffles are crispy and golden brown.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet waffles are the perfect breakfast treat – crispy, delicious, and perfect for satisfying your red velvet cravings!
Red Velvet Mug Cake
Imagine a delicious red velvet cake in just a few minutes – yes, please! This mug cake is the perfect treat for satisfying your cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Pour the batter into a microwave-safe mug.
5. Microwave for 1-2 minutes or until the cake is cooked through.
Why You’ll Love It
This red velvet mug cake is the perfect treat for satisfying your cravings – delicious, easy to make, and ready in just a few minutes!
Red Velvet Cake Pops
Imagine a delicious red velvet cake in a fun and easy-to-eat form – yes, please! These cake pops are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 and 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. Beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined.
5. Divide the batter evenly among 12 cake pop molds.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
8. Dip the end of a lollipop stick into the cream cheese frosting and insert into each cake.
9. Dip the cakes into the cream cheese frosting, coating completely.
Why You’ll Love It
These red velvet cake pops are the perfect treat for any occasion – fun, easy to eat, and deliciously red velvet!
In conclusion, these red velvet desserts are the perfect treat for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for all things Valentine’s Day. With their delicious red velvet flavor, creamy cream cheese frostings, and fun presentation, they’re sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic red velvet cake or something new and exciting like red velvet cookies or red velvet brownies, there’s something on this list for everyone. So go ahead, indulge in these delicious red velvet desserts and make your taste buds happy!
