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Fudgy Green Velvet Brownies
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Fudgy Green Velvet Brownies

These Fudgy Green Velvet Brownies are vibrant emerald green, ultra-dense, and irresistibly rich, topped with a cloud of tangy cream cheese frosting and festive sprinkles. Inspired by classic red velvet, this St. Patrick’s Day dessert is visually stunning, deeply fudgy, and ready in under an hour.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cream cheese frosting brownies, emerald brownies, green velvet brownies, holiday brownies, st patricks day dessert
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 360kcal
Cost: 3

Equipment

  • 8×8 inch baking pan
  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • rubber spatula

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 6 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp green gel food coloring (adjust as needed)
  • 8 oz full-fat block cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (for frosting)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
  • 1-2 tbsp heavy cream (for frosting)
  • 1 pinch salt (for frosting)
  • shamrock sprinkles or green sugar crystals (for topping)
  • flaky sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
  • Brown the butter over medium heat until golden and nutty, about 4–5 minutes. Pour into a heatproof bowl.
  • Add chopped white chocolate to the hot butter and stir until completely smooth. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk in granulated sugar and brown sugar until combined. Add eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla. Whisk vigorously until glossy and thickened.
  • Add green gel food coloring gradually, folding until a deep emerald shade is reached.
  • Fold in flour and salt until just combined. Do not overmix.
  • Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake 24–28 minutes until a toothpick shows moist fudgy crumbs. Cool completely.
  • Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, salt, and cream. Beat until light and spreadable.
  • Spread frosting evenly over chilled brownies. Decorate with sprinkles and flaky sea salt if using.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes, then slice into 16 squares using a clean, sharp knife.

Notes

Use gel food coloring for the most vibrant emerald shade without thinning the batter. Do not overbake—remove when a toothpick shows moist fudgy crumbs. Cool completely before frosting and chill before slicing for clean edges.