Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake Recipe: Indulgent Delight for All
This Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake is a rich and indulgent dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar.
- Combine the wet and dry mixtures until smooth.
- Divide the batter evenly into prepared cake pans.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool completely.
- For the cheesecake filling, beat the cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble the cake by layering the red velvet cakes with the cheesecake filling.
- Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the cake sit overnight in the refrigerator.
- Use gel food coloring for a more vibrant color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cheesecake, Layer Cake, Dessert