Red Velvet Cheesecake
Nov 18, 2025 01:10 PM
This red velvet cheesecake is a decadent, layered dessert with creamy homemade cheesecake sandwiched between soft red velvet cake and smothered with cream cheese frosting.
When I close my eyes and think of the ultimate two-in-one dessert, I’m picturing red velvet cheesecake! This recipe is inspired by the Cheesecake Factory (the authority on decadent cheesecakes, IYKYK). I made this copycat version with double layers of my best red velvet cake and easy baked cheesecake, frosted with the creamiest cream cheese frosting.
Every bite has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, rich and creamy, soft cake and velvety cheesecake. This red velvet cheesecake would be perfect for Valentine’s Day or a birthday celebration.
Ingredients:
For the Red Velvet Cake
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 1/2 cup neutral oil (like vegetable or canola)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ounce red food coloring
- 1 cup buttermilk
For the Cheesecake
- 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
For the Frosting
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 4 ounces white chocolate (or white chocolate chips)
Prep Time:
120 minutes
Cook Time:
65 minutes
Total Time:
185 minutes
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