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Indulge in a Luxurious Red Velvet Cheesecake

Red Velvet Cheesecake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 cup whipping cream for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a springform pan.
  • In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, and vanilla extract.
  • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • While the cake layer cools, prepare the cheesecake filling by beating the cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add in the sour cream, powdered sugar, and lemon juice, and mix until well combined.
  • Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled cake layer in the springform pan.
  • Bake for an additional 50-60 minutes, until the edges are set but the center jiggles slightly.
  • Turn off the oven and crack the oven door, allowing the cheesecake to cool inside for an hour.
  • Remove from the oven, allow to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least four hours.
  • Whip the cream and pipe or spread it on top before serving.