Red Velvet Cheesecake ❤️🍰
🍰❤️ Red Velvet Cheesecake
A little homemade goodness! 😍 red velvet cheesecake with the perfect creamy, sweet bite. Made from scratch and made with love! ✨
🍰Recipe🍰
🤍For the Crust🤍
• 2 sleeves of Graham Crackers
• 5 tablespoons of melted butter
• 2 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
🤍For the Filling 🤍
• (4) 8oz cream cheese blocks , room temp
• 2 Cups of sugar
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 4 teaspoons vanilla Extract
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/4 Teaspoon salt
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup of sour cream
• red velvet cake box (bake as instructed on box)
🤍It’s best to make your red velvet cake first so when it’s time to use it, it is cooled down.
(wrap the outer side of your cheesecake pan with aluminum foil )
🤍for four crust you will crush your graham crackers add the melted butter, sugar and salt and mix until it forms a dough like consistency.
Flatten your crust in the bottom of your cheesecake pan and bake at 350 for 10 minutes.
Drop the oven temp to 325
Mix all the dry ingredients in one bowl and all wet ingredients in another.
In your mixer mix the cream cheese until smooth and add your wet ingredients then slowly add your dry until you have a smooth cheesecake mixture.
add your cheesecake mixture and layer with red velvet cake crumbs in your cheesecake pan (add as much cake crumbs as you’d like, save some for toppings if you plan to have toppings) place your cheesecake in the oven. Also place a pot/ pan of water in the oven for moisture. Then Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until done.
take your cheesecake out and let rest until it it’s room temp and refrigerate over night.
The next day you can eat your cheesecake as is or top with whatever you like!
I did Homemade cream cheese Icing and red velvet cake crumbs! ❤️
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Making Red Velvet Cheesecake at home is not only rewarding but also allows you to customize flavors and textures according to your preference. From my own baking experience, ensuring all ingredients like cream cheese are at room temperature really helps achieve that smooth and creamy filling. Crushing the graham crackers finely and mixing them properly with melted butter and sugar creates the perfect base that holds together well without being too hard. When layering the cheesecake mixture with red velvet cake crumbs, I like to vary the thickness of the crumb layers for a beautiful texture contrast. Wrapping the cheesecake pan with aluminum foil prevents water from leaking during the water bath, which keeps the cheesecake moist and prevents cracking. Placing a pan of water in the oven adds humidity that is key for a creamy, crack-free finish. If you have time, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight as recommended. This resting step allows the flavors to meld beautifully and gives the cheesecake its firm yet tender texture. For toppings, homemade cream cheese icing is a perfect complement that enhances the rich taste without overpowering it. Red velvet cake crumbs on top add a lovely visual touch and extra sweetness. For those new to baking, following the recipe step-by-step will simplify the process, but don’t hesitate to experiment with additional flavors like a hint of cocoa powder in the filling or a splash of bourbon for a sophisticated twist. This recipe suits special occasions and casual gatherings alike, promising smiles and requests for seconds. Enjoy creating this classic dessert that brings both joy in preparation and delight in every bite!
No this sounds and looks good! Thank you for sharing 🥹🫶