Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of red velvet and the sweetness of strawberries with this irresistible cheesecake.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
- To make the cheesecake layer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
- Spread the cheesecake mixture on top of the cooled red velvet cake.
- Top with sliced fresh strawberries.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the cheesecake sit overnight in the fridge.
- Feel free to top with additional strawberries or chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg