Red Velvet Cheesecake

Here’s a delicious recipe for a Red Velvet Cheesecake that combines the rich flavors of red velvet cake with the creamy goodness of cheesecake:

Red Velvet Cheesecake

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake Base:

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

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 4 packages (32 ounces total) cream cheese, softened
• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream

For 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 Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Make the Red Velvet Cake Base:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
   • In a large bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
   • Pour the red velvet cake batter into the prepared springform pan and spread it evenly.
3. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
   • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
   • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in sour cream until smooth.
   • Pour the cheesecake batter over the red velvet cake batter in the springform pan.
4. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 70-80 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned.
5. Cool:
   • Allow the red velvet cheesecake to cool in the pan for about 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

1. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting:
   • In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. Frost the Cheesecake:
   • Once the red velvet cheesecake is chilled, remove it from the springform pan. Spread the cream cheese frosting over the top.
3. Decorate (Optional):
   • Optionally, you can decorate the red velvet cheesecake with additional red velvet crumbs, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries.
4. Slice and Serve:
   • Slice and serve the red velvet cheesecake chilled. Enjoy the delightful combination of red velvet and cheesecake flavors!

This Red Velvet Cheesecake is sure to be a hit for any special occasion or celebration.

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