Red Velvet Cheesecake

Red Velvet Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that combines the flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake filling. It’s a popular dessert choice for special occasions and holidays. Here’s a basic recipe to help you make your own Red Velvet Cheesecake:

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake Layer:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ounce red food coloring (about 2 tablespoons)

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 24 ounces (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, sift together the flour and cocoa powder. Set it aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring.
5. In a small bowl, mix the baking soda and white vinegar until it fizzes, then quickly fold it into the batter.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients (the flour and cocoa powder mixture) to the wet ingredients. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined.
7. Pour the red velvet cake batter into the prepared springform pan and spread it evenly. Set it aside while you make the cheesecake layer.
8. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until creamy and smooth.
9. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until the cheesecake batter is smooth.
10. Carefully pour the cheesecake batter over the red velvet cake batter in the pan, spreading it evenly.
11. Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly jiggly.
12. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for about 1 hour to cool gradually.
13. Once the cheesecake has cooled, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
14. For the cream cheese frosting, beat together the softened cream cheese, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
15. Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, frost it with the cream cheese frosting, and decorate it as desired.
16. Slice and serve your delicious Red Velvet Cheesecake!

Enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Cheesecake, which combines the rich and creamy flavors of cheesecake with the classic taste of red velvet cake.