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Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake

A festive dessert that combines rich red velvet cake with a creamy cheesecake layer, topped with luscious cream cheese frosting for a holiday treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Red Velvet Cake Layers
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1.75 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.75 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1-2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparing the Cheesecake Layer
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (about 163°C).
  2. Bake the cheesecake layer for 40–45 minutes until set but still has a gentle jiggle.
  3. Chill it in the refrigerator.
Making the Red Velvet Cake Layers
  1. Increase the oven temperature to 350°F (about 177°C).
  2. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Combine dry ingredients with sugar, vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth.
  4. Bake for 25–30 minutes and allow to cool completely.
Making the Cream Cheese Frosting
  1. Blend the softened cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
Assembling the Cake
  1. Layer red velvet cake, frosting, cheesecake, and repeat. Cover entire cake in frosting.
  2. Chill the assembled cake for an hour before serving.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better blending and texture. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake tender. Use a springform pan for easy removal.