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Red Velvet Cookie Dough Bars

Decadent Red Velvet Cookie Dough Bars for Sweet Celebrations

Indulge in these Red Velvet Cookie Dough Bars, a vibrant no-bake treat perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Crust
  • 20 cookies Golden Oreo Cookies Any chocolate wafer cookies can also work.
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted.
  • 6-7 drops Pink Food Coloring Swap with any gel food coloring for a different hue.
For the Cookie Dough Layer
  • 1.5 sticks Unsalted Butter Room temperature.
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp Light Brown Sugar Packed.
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For gluten-free, opt for a gluten-free blend.
  • 2 tsp Cocoa Powder
  • 0.25 cup + 1 tbsp Whole Milk Replace with almond milk for plant-based.
  • 8-10 drops Red Food Coloring
  • 0.5 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
For the Ganache Topping
  • 8 oz White Chocolate Roughly chopped.
  • 0.33 cup Heavy Cream
For Decoration
  • Sprinkles Choose any color to match the occasion.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • small saucepan
  • 8x8 Baking Pan

Method
 

Prepare Cookie Crust
  1. Blend 20 Golden Oreo Cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs form. Combine with 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter and 6-7 drops of pink food coloring, mixing well. Line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly into the bottom. Freeze for 30 minutes.
Make Cookie Dough
  1. Cream 1.5 sticks of room temperature unsalted butter and 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons of packed light brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract and 0.25 teaspoon of salt, mixing well. Gradually fold in 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder until you have a crumbly dough.
Add Liquid Ingredients
  1. Pour in 0.25 cup plus 1 tablespoon of whole milk and 8-10 drops of red food coloring. Fold until just combined, adding extra milk if the dough is too crumbly. Mix in 0.5 cup of mini chocolate chips.
Layer
  1. Spread the red velvet cookie dough mixture evenly over the chilled cookie crust and press down gently to ensure an even layer.
Prepare Ganache
  1. Heat 0.33 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until just about to boil. Pour the hot cream over 8 ounces of white chocolate and let sit for 2-3 minutes. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Finish Bars
  1. Pour the ganache over the cookie dough layer and spread evenly. Sprinkle with festive sprinkles and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, allow the bars to chill for 45 minutes to set the layers properly. Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother texture, and feel free to experiment with different chocolate for the ganache.

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