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Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe
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Indulge in the perfect combination of red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake with this decadent Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake. Layers of moist red velvet cake and rich cheesecake topped with fresh strawberries make this dessert a showstopper at any gathering.

Ingredients

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For the crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Oreos, finely crushed)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the red velvet layer:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar

For the cheesecake layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries

For the topping (optional):

  • 1 cup fresh sliced strawberries
  • Whipped cream for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Prepare the crust: Mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter, press into the pan for the crust.
  3. Make the red velvet layer: Cream butter and sugar, add egg, vanilla, cocoa, food coloring, buttermilk. Mix dry ingredients separately and combine. Spread over crust.
  4. Prepare the cheesecake layer: Beat cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla until creamy. Fold in strawberries. Pour over red velvet layer.
  5. Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes until set. Cool, then chill for at least 4 hours.
  6. Serve: Top with sliced strawberries and whipped cream.

Notes

  • You can swirl the red velvet and cheesecake layers for a marbled look.
  • For cleaner slices, chill well and use a hot knife when cutting.

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