Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake, a perfect blend of rich, velvety red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake. Topped with luscious cream cheese frosting, each slice reveals stunning layers that are as delightful to the eyes as they are to the palate. This show-stopping dessert not only captures the essence of holiday celebrations but also creates cherished memories around the table. Whether for a family gathering or a festive party, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box red velvet cake mix (15.25 oz)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (sifted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, combine red velvet cake mix, eggs, oil, and water as directed on the package; mix until smooth.
- Pour batter into a greased springform pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar; mix well. Incorporate sour cream, eggs one at a time, vanilla extract, and sifted cocoa powder until fully combined.
- Once the cake is cooled, pour half of the cheesecake filling over it followed by the remaining filling.
- Bake again for about an hour until set around edges but slightly wobbly in center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg