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To make red velvet cookie dough bars, you need simple ingredients. Here’s a list of what you will use:

Red Velvet Cookie Dough Bars

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these delightful Red Velvet Cookie Dough Bars, a simple yet indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe combines the classic flavors of red velvet cake and chewy cookie dough, topped with creamy frosting. Discover essential ingredients, step-by-step instructions, and fun serving ideas to make your own tasty batch. Click to explore the full recipe and impress your friends with these delicious bars!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar, packed

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

1 large egg

2 tablespoons red food coloring

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 cup chocolate chips (white or dark for contrast)

½ cup cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

    In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside.

      In another large bowl, beat the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until creamy and smooth.

        Add in the egg, red food coloring, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully combined, scraping down the sides as necessary.

          Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.

            Press the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs (not raw).

              While the bars are baking, prepare the frosting. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add the powdered sugar and milk, mixing until creamy.

                Once the cookie bars have baked, let them cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

                  Spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the cooled cookie bars once they are set.

                    Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and cut into squares.

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 16 squares

                        - Presentation Tips: Serve on a colorful plate with a dusting of additional powdered sugar on top, and consider placing a small dollop of whipped cream beside each square for an added touch!