Description
Experience the ultimate dessert delight with this Red Velvet Cheesecake Cake. Layers of moist red velvet cake complement a rich, creamy cheesecake filling, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for celebrations or cozy gatherings, this stunning cake is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box red velvet cake mix
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp red gel food coloring
- 16 oz cream cheese (full-fat, softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the red velvet cake mix, 2 eggs, melted butter, water, and food coloring until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before removing from pans.
- For the cheesecake layer, whisk together cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add 3 eggs one at a time and vanilla extract; mix until creamy.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into a greased springform pan and bake at 325°F (160°C) for about 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely.
- Assemble by layering one red velvet cake on a serving plate, spreading cheesecake on top, then adding another layer of red velvet.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg