Creating your Red Velvet Brownies is simple with these easy-to-follow steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside.

3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar, whisking until smooth. Add in the eggs, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, mixing until everything is well combined.

4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

5. Prepare Cream Cheese Mixture: In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.

6. Layer the Brownie Batter: Pour half of the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Then, dollop spoonfuls of the cream cheese mixture over the top.

7. Swirl and Add Remaining Batter: Use a knife to swirl the cream cheese layer gently. Pour the remaining brownie batter over the top and smooth it out.

8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

9. Cool the Brownies: Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

10. Slice and Enjoy: Once cooled, slice the brownies into squares and prepare for the sweet joy that awaits!