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Easy Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

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Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake combines a soft, tender red velvet cake base with a luscious strawberry-infused cheesecake filling and a glossy fresh strawberry topping. This elegant dessert is perfect for celebrations, offering a creamy, fruity, and colorful treat that’s both impressive and approachable for home bakers.

Ingredients

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For the Red Velvet Cake Base

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

For the Strawberry Cheesecake Filling

  • 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup strawberry puree (from fresh strawberries)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For the Strawberry Topping

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water

Optional Garnish

  • 1/2 cup whipped cream
  • 4 to 5 fresh whole strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons red velvet cake crumbs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan and Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan, line the bottom with parchment paper, and wrap the outside with two layers of aluminum foil to protect it during the water bath.
  2. Make the Red Velvet Cake Base: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk sugar, oil, egg, buttermilk, vanilla, vinegar, and red food coloring until smooth. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined. Pour batter into the pan and spread evenly. Bake 12-15 minutes until set, then cool slightly.
  3. Make the Strawberry Puree: Blend fresh strawberries until smooth and measure 1 cup of puree. Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
  4. Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and blend fully. Add eggs one at a time on low speed. Stir in sour cream, heavy cream, vanilla, strawberry puree, and cornstarch. Mix until smooth, avoiding overbeating to prevent cracks.
  5. Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour strawberry cheesecake filling over the cooled red velvet cake base and smooth the top. Place springform pan in a large roasting pan and add hot water to halfway up the pan’s sides for a water bath.
  6. Bake the Cheesecake: Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 60-70 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly. Turn off oven, crack door, and let rest inside for 1 hour. Remove from water bath, unwrap foil, cool completely, then refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  7. Make the Strawberry Topping: Combine sliced strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat until berries soften. Mix cornstarch and water to slurry, stir into berries, and cook 1-2 minutes until thick and glossy. Cool fully.
  8. Finish and Serve: Spoon cooled strawberry topping over chilled cheesecake. Garnish with whipped cream, whole strawberries, and red velvet crumbs if desired. Slice with a sharp knife cleaned between cuts for best presentation.

Notes

  • Use room temperature cream cheese, eggs, buttermilk, and sour cream for a smooth batter.
  • Do not overmix cheesecake filling to avoid cracks.
  • Use a water bath to ensure gentle, even baking and prevent cracking.
  • Chill cheesecake thoroughly before slicing for clean slices.
  • Fresh strawberries provide the best texture for topping but frozen can be used with adjustments.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze cheesecake without topping for up to 2 months.
  • Prepare cheesecake base and filling ahead, add topping before serving.

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