Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake, a luscious layered dessert that combines the rich flavors of red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake filling, topped with fresh strawberries and a glossy strawberry glaze. This show-stopping treat is perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave a truly indulgent dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
For the red velvet cake base:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
For the cheesecake layer:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
For the topping:
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam (warmed)
- optional whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare the cake base: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another. Combine and pour into pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs, vanilla, and sour cream. Pour over the baked cake base.
- Bake and chill: Bake for 45–50 minutes until set. Cool, then chill for at least 4 hours.
- Finish and serve: Top with sliced strawberries, brush with warmed jam, and add whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- Chill overnight for best results.
- You can use a red velvet cake mix for convenience.
- Consider using a water bath for a smoother cheesecake texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg