Making Homemade Red Velvet Brownies is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a square baking pan (9×9 inches).

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk them together to ensure even distribution.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Stir until fully combined.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until no dry flour remains, being careful not to overmix.

5. Pour Batter into Pan: Spread the brownie batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.

6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 15-20 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Prepare Frosting (Optional): If using cream cheese frosting, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Spread it over cooled brownies.

9. Cut into Squares: Once completely cooled, cut the brownies into squares and prepare to serve.

These straightforward instructions will help you create delicious Homemade Red Velvet Brownies without any hassle!