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Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake
Caroline

Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake

This red velvet strawberry cheesecake features a moist cocoa-kissed red velvet cake base topped with a light, fruity strawberry cheesecake layer. It’s a show-stopping dessert that blends classic red velvet flavor with fresh strawberry creaminess.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • fresh strawberries, halved (for topping)
  • whipped cream (optional, for topping)

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • mixing bowls
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together the dry cake ingredients. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients.
  3. Gently combine the wet and dry mixtures. Pour into the pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, then cool completely.
  4. Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and strawberry purée until smooth.
  5. Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks and gently fold into the cheesecake mixture.
  6. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cooled cake. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Garnish with fresh strawberries and whipped cream if desired. Serve chilled.

Notes

This cheesecake slices best when fully chilled. For clean cuts, wipe your knife between slices. Fresh strawberries add color and brightness, but you can also drizzle with strawberry sauce for extra flair.