Description

Red Velvet Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that harmoniously combines the luscious flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake filling. Each slice offers a rich, velvety texture topped with sweet cream cheese frosting, making it an ideal centerpiece for any celebration, from birthdays to romantic dinners. With its vibrant color and delightful taste, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

Ingredients

Scale

1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix (15.25 oz)
8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup Sour Cream (full-fat)
1 cup Granulated Sugar
3 large Eggs
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
½ cup Unsalted Butter, melted
2 cups Powdered Sugar
1 cup Heavy Cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix with water as per package instructions. Add melted butter and eggs; whisk until smooth.
In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually mix in sour cream and sugar until creamy.
Gently fold half of the red velvet batter into the cream cheese mixture.
Pour into the greased springform pan and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool at room temperature before chilling in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
For frosting, whip powdered sugar and heavy cream until soft peaks form; spread over chilled cheesecake.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. - Consider adding crushed peppermint or raspberry puree for flavor variations. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.