Red Velvet Cheesecake
Red Velvet Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert that beautifully blends the rich flavors of classic red velvet cake with the creamy indulgence of cheesecake. This striking confection features a vibrant red base topped with a smooth cream cheese layer, making it perfect for celebrations or simply satisfying your sweet cravings. Whether served plain or adorned with whipped cream and fresh berries, each slice delivers an unforgettable taste experience that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sour Cream (full-fat)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- Whipped Cream and Cocoa Powder (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a springform pan.
- Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to package instructions and pour into the pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs (one at a time), and vanilla; mix well.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled cake layer and bake for another 45-50 minutes until slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely and refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
- Serve chilled with whipped cream and cocoa powder dusting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (112g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Let cream cheese soften at room temperature for easy mixing. Experiment with toppings like fresh berries or chocolate sauce for added flavor.