Red Velvet Cheesecake Bliss
A rich and creamy dessert that combines red velvet cake with luscious cheesecake layers, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Cake Layer
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp red food coloring (or beetroot powder for natural option) Use beetroot powder for a natural coloring agent.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
For the Topping
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh berries For decoration.
- Red velvet cake crumbs For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation of Red Velvet Cake Layer
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, vegetable oil, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool.
Preparation of Cheesecake Layer
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue beating until well combined.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix until just incorporated.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and flour until smooth.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled red velvet cake layer.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the edges are set but the center is still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour.
Prepare Topping and Serve
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cheesecake.
- Decorate with fresh berries and sprinkle red velvet cake crumbs on top before slicing.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Use a water bath while baking the cheesecake to prevent cracks. Let the cake cool completely before adding the cheesecake layer for best results.