Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake for Sweet Celebrations
Red Velvet Cheesecake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare the springform pan.
- Mix the dry ingredients.
- Blend the wet ingredients.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures.
- Add food coloring and vinegar.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 50-60 minutes.
- Cool the cheesecake gradually.
- Prepare the cream cheese frosting.
- Spread frosting on cooled cheesecake.
- Chill before serving.