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Instant Pot Pink Velvet Brownies

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A quick and easy recipe for moist, tender pink velvet brownies made in the Instant Pot, combining the charm of velvet cake with fudgy brownie goodness and a vibrant pink hue.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring (gel recommended)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) buttermilk (or regular milk plus 1 teaspoon vinegar)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup (90g) white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Pour 1.5 cups (360ml) of water into the Instant Pot inner pot. Place the trivet inside and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined and lump-free.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk granulated sugar and melted butter until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
  4. Stir in softened cream cheese until creamy and no lumps remain.
  5. Mix in vanilla extract, red food coloring, and buttermilk until the batter is silky and bright pink.
  6. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being gentle to avoid overmixing.
  7. If using, fold in white chocolate chips.
  8. Lightly grease a 7-inch pan or line it with parchment paper. Pour the batter evenly into the pan and smooth the top.
  9. Cover the pan tightly with foil to prevent condensation dripping.
  10. Place the pan on the trivet inside the Instant Pot. Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and cook on manual high pressure for 35 minutes.
  11. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then carefully quick release any remaining pressure.
  12. Remove the pan carefully and let the brownies cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Use full-fat, softened cream cheese for smooth batter. Cover pan with foil to prevent water condensation. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. If brownies are undercooked, cook an additional 5 minutes with quick release. Variations include gluten-free flour, dairy-free substitutes, chocolate swirl, berry additions, and frosting toppings.

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