Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake (Print Version)
Layers of red velvet and strawberry-infused cheesecake, finished with fresh whipped cream and strawberries.
# Ingredients:
→ Red Velvet Cake Base
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon cocoa powder
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1 cup vegetable oil
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1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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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 Filling
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16 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed (about 8-10 strawberries)
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
→ Topping
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Fresh strawberries, halved
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Whipped cream (optional)
# Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
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In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder. In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and white vinegar until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan before proceeding.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated. Stir in the pureed strawberries until well combined. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the strawberry mixture until light and fluffy.
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After the cake has cooled, carefully remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving dish. Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the filling has set.
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Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with fresh strawberry halves and, if desired, a dollop of whipped cream.