Description
This Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert that combines rich, velvety red cake with creamy cheesecake and fresh strawberries. Perfect for any celebration or just a cozy night in, this treat not only delights the eyes but also offers a delicious flavor experience that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 1 cup Cream Cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 cups Fresh Strawberries (sliced)
- 3 large Eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix and cocoa powder. Add melted butter, eggs, and water according to package instructions. Mix until smooth.
- Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually mix in sugar, then add sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
- Pour cheesecake filling into a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 50-60 minutes or until edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
- Once cooled, layer one red velvet cake over the cheesecake layer and top with fresh strawberries for garnish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg