Sister to Red Velvet Cheesecake: An Indulgent Twist on Tradition
A delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of traditional red velvet with creamy cheesecake, creating a truly indulgent treat.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat together sugar and butter until creamy. Add in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and red food coloring.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan, then mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and lemon juice together until smooth and spread it over the batter.
- Top with the remaining batter and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding crushed chocolate cookies to the crust.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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