Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake (Printer-Friendly)
Layers of red velvet and strawberry cheesecake topped with fresh macerated berries.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Red Velvet Cake Layer
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 cup vegetable oil
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1 large egg
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2 tablespoons red food coloring
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon white vinegar
→ Strawberry Cheesecake Layer
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16 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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2 large eggs
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1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Strawberry Topping
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1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
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Add wet ingredients to dry and mix until just combined. Pour into pan, smooth top, and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.
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Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and mix. Blend in sour cream and heavy cream. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and strawberry puree.
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Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled red velvet cake layer in the springform pan.
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Place pan on a baking sheet and bake for 60–70 minutes, until center is set and edges are slightly puffed.
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Turn off oven, crack door slightly, and let cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
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Transfer to refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
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In a bowl, toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes.
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Remove chilled cheesecake from pan and top with macerated strawberries before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to prevent cracks in the cheesecake.
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For extra topping, double the amount of macerated strawberries.