Description
This smooth and creamy red velvet cheesecake features a rich, velvety texture with a hint of chocolate and a vibrant red color, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pre-baked graham cracker crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, eggs, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until set.
- Cool in the oven with the door slightly open, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and allow the cheesecake to chill overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 8g