Description
Indulge in the decadence of Red Velvet Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavor of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake filling. This visually stunning treat is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or simply a sweet escape on a Tuesday. With its vibrant hue and luscious texture, it’s sure to make your taste buds dance and leave your guests begging for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- Unsalted butter (for greasing pan)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter.
- Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to package instructions and pour into the prepared pan. Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder; mix until well combined.
- Pour cheesecake filling over the cooled cake base and spread evenly.
- Bake again for 50-60 minutes, until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool in the pan before chilling in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg