Description
A stunning dessert combining rich red velvet cake with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup strawberry preserves
- Whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into a greased 8-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Once both the red velvet cake and cheesecake have cooled, place the red velvet cake on a serving platter. Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and place it on top of the red velvet cake.
- In a small saucepan, heat the strawberry preserves until melted. Spread the melted preserves over the top of the cheesecake. Arrange the fresh strawberries on top of the cheesecake and add a swirl of whipped cream for garnish.
- Chill the assembled cheesecake for an additional 1-2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: red velvet, cheesecake, dessert, strawberry, celebration