Add a burst of patriotic color and rich chocolatey goodness to your summer celebration with these Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies. These fudgy, festive bars are the perfect blend of classic red velvet flavor and holiday cheer, complete with red, white, and blue M&M’s baked into every bite. Whether you’re heading to a cookout, picnic, or backyard fireworks show, these brownies are a guaranteed hit—and incredibly easy to make!
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, browned
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- ½ cup white granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red food dye (to preference)
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red, white, and blue M&M’s (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal. - Brown the Butter
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. - Melt the Chocolate
While the butter is still hot, stir in the chocolate chips until fully melted and the mixture is glossy. - Add Sugar & Salt
Whisk in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt until fully combined. - Whisk in Eggs & Vanilla
Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy. - Add Red Food Coloring
Stir in red food dye to achieve your desired red velvet color. Add more if necessary for a deeper hue. - Fold in Dry Ingredients
Add cocoa powder and flour. Fold until just combined and the batter becomes thick and rich. - Mix in M&M’s
Stir in the red, white, and blue M&M’s. Reserve a few to sprinkle on top before baking. - Bake
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Top with remaining M&M’s.
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. - Cool & Slice
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!
Conclusion
These Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies are festive, fun, and full of flavor—everything you want in a holiday dessert. With a fudgy texture, vibrant color, and patriotic candy crunch, they’re guaranteed to stand out on any dessert table. Easy to make and even easier to love, these brownies are the perfect sweet treat to celebrate freedom and flavor.