Red Velvet Cheesecake: The Indulgent Treat You’ll Crave
Indulge in the rich flavors of Red Velvet Cheesecake, a delightful treat that combines the classic taste of red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Stir in cocoa powder and food coloring.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- For the cheesecake layer, beat cream cheese and sour cream, then add powdered sugar.
- Spread the cheesecake mix over the cooled red velvet layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Pair with fresh berries for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg