Description
Indulge in the perfect combination of red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake in this Red Velvet Cheesecake Bliss. A decadent dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
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Red Velvet Cake Layer:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp red food coloring or beetroot powder for natural option
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp white vinegar
For Cheesecake Layer:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
For Whipped Cream Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Garnish (optional):
- Fresh berries
- Red velvet cake crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare Red Velvet Cake Layer: Mix dry ingredients, add wet ingredients, and bake.
- Prepare Cheesecake Layer: Beat cream cheese, add sour cream, sugar, eggs, and flour.
- Assemble: Layer red velvet cake and cheesecake mixture, bake until set.
- Whipped Cream Topping: Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Garnish: Top with whipped cream, berries, and cake crumbs.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the cheesecake layer.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before chilling in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: red velvet, cheesecake, dessert, baking, sweet treat