Ingredients:
For the Red Velvet Cake Base:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 tablespoons red food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed (about 8-10 strawberries)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
For Topping:
Fresh strawberries, halved
Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
Make the Red Velvet Cake:
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
In another bowl, combine the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan.
Prepare the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Stir in the pureed strawberries until evenly incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry cheesecake mixture until smooth.
Assemble the Cheesecake:
Once the red velvet cake has cooled, remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving plate.
Spread the strawberry cheesecake filling evenly over the top of the red velvet cake.
Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Serve:
Before serving, top with fresh strawberry halves and a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
Prep Time: 30 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 5 hours | Servings: 10-12
This Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake combines the rich flavor of red velvet with a creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, making it a stunning and delicious dessert for any occasion! Enjoy!
