Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
• In a large bowl, combine the melted butter and granulated sugar. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and red food coloring.
• In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder.
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk, and mix until just combined.
• Fold in chocolate chips, if using, and pour the batter into the prepared baking dish.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Allow to cool in the pan, then cut into squares and serve.