Description
There’s nothing better than Red Velvet Cheesecake—a rich, velvety cheesecake layered with a moist red velvet cake and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. This decadent dessert is perfect for holidays, birthdays, or whenever you’re craving something truly indulgent!
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Ingredients
Scale
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
For the Red Velvet Cake Layer:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Layer
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs, one at a time, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the center is just set.
- Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
Step 2: Make the Red Velvet Cake Layer
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, mix oil, eggs, buttermilk, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely.
Step 3: Make the Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake
- Place the red velvet cake layer on a serving plate.
- Carefully place the chilled cheesecake layer on top.
- Spread cream cheese frosting evenly over the top and sides.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!
- Slice and serve with extra red velvet cake crumbs for decoration!
Notes
- Chill the Cheesecake Completely – Makes assembly easier.
- Use High-Quality Cocoa Powder – Enhances the chocolate flavor.
- For a Perfectly Smooth Frosting – Make sure butter and cream cheese are at room temperature.
- For Extra Moist Cake – Brush cake layers with simple syrup before assembling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Cuisine: American