Red Velvet Cheese Cake Recipe
Double Chocolate Brownie base, chocolate drizzle
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Ingredients
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Cheesecake Ingredients
Method
Cheesecake Directions
- 1
Prepare the Brownie Base
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper. Prepare a double chocolate brownie mix according to the package instructions and pour it into the prepared pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
- 2
Make the Cheesecake Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until well combined. Add the sour cream, eggs one at a time, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and cocoa powder. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- 3
Combine and Bake
Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled brownie base. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an hour to cool gradually.
- 4
Cool and Drizzle
Remove the cheesecake from the oven and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Before serving, drizzle with melted chocolate.