Description
A rich and creamy red velvet cheesecake that brings joy and warmth during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz (455 g) Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup (200 g) Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Buttermilk
- 1 cup (125 g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup (50 g) Cocoa Powder
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Red Food Coloring
- 1 1/2 cups (150 g) Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 1/2 cup (115 g) Unsalted Butter, melted
- Whipped Cream or Cream Cheese Frosting, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Mix the cream cheese and sugar until smooth, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Whisk in buttermilk, vanilla extract, and red food coloring, scraping down the sides.
- Fold in the sifted flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Pour the batter over the crust and bake for 55-65 minutes until the edges are set.
- Cool in the oven for an hour, then chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours.
- Serve with whipped cream or frosting on top, garnished with sprinkles or cocoa powder.
Notes
Using room temperature ingredients ensures a smooth batter. Avoid overmixing and ensure proper chilling for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: cheesecake, holiday dessert, red velvet, festive recipe, Christmas treat