13/02/2025
Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake
Ingredients:
For the Cheesecake Layer:
16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream
For the Red Velvet Cake Layers:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon red food coloring
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream (optional, for a silkier consistency)
For the Strawberry Filling/Topping:
2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup water
Instructions:
Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and line an 8-inch or 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in sour cream, vanilla, and heavy cream until fully combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set. Let cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Red Velvet Cake Layers:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch or 9-inch round cake pans.
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
In a separate small bowl, mix buttermilk, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring.
Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and the buttermilk mixture to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
Prepare the Strawberry Filling/Topping:
In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Add this to the strawberry mixture and cook until thickened (about 3-4 minutes).
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Frosting:
Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and beat until fluffy.
Add vanilla and heavy cream (if using) and beat until silky.
Assemble the Cake:
Place one red velvet layer on a serving plate. Spread a thin layer of frosting, then carefully place the cheesecake layer on top.
Spread another thin layer of frosting, then top with the second red velvet layer.
Frost the entire cake with cream cheese frosting.
Add Strawberry Topping:
Spread the cooled strawberry mixture over the top of the cake, letting some drip down the sides for a dramatic effect.
Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.