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Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake


  • Author: Martha
  • Total Time: 6 hours 45 minutes (including chilling time)

Ingredients

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For the Red Velvet Layer:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon red food coloring

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

For the Strawberry Topping:

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup strawberry jam
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

Prepare the Red Velvet Layer

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, egg, vanilla, and red food coloring.
  4. Blend Together: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool in the pan while you prepare the cheesecake layer.

Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

  1. Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla and sour cream until fully combined.
  2. Add to Pan: Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled red velvet layer in the springform pan.
  3. Bake Again: Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.

Prepare the Strawberry Topping

  1. Cook the Glaze: In a small saucepan, combine the strawberry jam and lemon juice. Cook over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  2. Add Fresh Strawberries: Remove from heat and gently fold in the sliced strawberries. Let the topping cool to room temperature.

Assemble the Cheesecake

  1. Cool Completely: Once the cheesecake is room temperature, refrigerate it for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Add the Topping: Before serving, spread the strawberry topping evenly over the cheesecake.
  3. Release the Pan: Carefully remove the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving platter.
  • Prep Time: 30 min.
  • Chill Time: 4-6 hours
  • Cook Time: 1 hr. and 15 min.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 slices
  • Calories: 450 kcal