Gluten-Free Red Velvet Brownie Hearts
These tender red velvet brownie hearts combine the rich cocoa flavor and signature red color of red velvet cake with the fudgy texture of brownies. Made from a convenient cake mix base, they're transformed into charming heart-shaped sandwich cookies filled with fluffy white frosting. Perfect for Valentine's Day, anniversaries, or any romantic occasion, these treats offer an easy way to create bakery-style desserts at home. The thick brownie batter creates a dense, moist texture that holds its shape beautifully when cut into hearts.
Ingredients
- 1 box Betty Crocker Delights Super Moist Red Velvet Cake Mixhomemade red velvet brownie batter1:1baking
requires cocoa powder, food coloring, flour blend
Full guide → - 1 large egg
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tub (12 oz) Betty Crocker Whipped Fluffy White Frosting
Instructions
- 1
Pour cake mix into large bowl
- 2
Add egg, vegetable oil, and water to bowl
- 3
Mix all ingredients until well incorporated
- 4
Spread thick batter into sprayed 9x13-inch pan using wet spatula
- 5
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes
- 6
Cool completely on wire rack
- 7
Cut hearts using heart-shaped cookie cutter
- 8
Turn half the hearts over
- 9
Pipe frosting onto turned-over hearts
- 10
Top with remaining hearts to create sandwiches
Tips
Wet your spatula with water when spreading the thick batter to prevent sticking and make spreading easier.
For clean cuts, dip your heart cookie cutter in flour between cuts to prevent the brownie from sticking.
Chill the frosted brownie hearts for 30 minutes before serving to help the frosting set and make them easier to handle.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can be made 1 day ahead. Store unfrosted hearts separately and assemble with frosting before serving.
Serve at room temperature for best texture and flavor.
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake or brownies will be dry and crumbly instead of fudgy.
Ensure brownies are completely cool before cutting or they may fall apart.
Substitutions
more tangy flavor
requires cocoa powder, food coloring, flour blend
Full guide →FAQ
Can I make these without a heart cookie cutter?
Yes, you can cut into squares or use any shaped cookie cutter you have. You could also use a knife to cut freehand heart shapes.
What if my brownie batter seems too thick?
This is normal for this recipe. The thick consistency helps create the fudgy texture. Use a wet spatula to spread it more easily.
How long will these keep fresh?
Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week for longer storage.