Valentine's Day Dessert Recipe
Red Velvet Cheesecake
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Red Velvet Cheesecake
Method
Directions for Making Red Velvet Cheesecake
- 1
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Combine the Mixtures
Carefully fold the cheesecake filling into the red velvet cake batter until just combined.
- 4
Bake the Cheesecake
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Pour the combined mixture into a greased springform pan. Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is set, but slightly jiggly.
- 5
Cool and Chill
Once baked, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 6
Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread over the chilled cheesecake.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Finish with red sprinkles on top for decoration. Slice and serve chilled.
