Description
A rich and creamy red velvet strawberry cheesecake featuring a vibrant red velvet crumb crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and bursts of fresh strawberry flavor. This elegant dessert is perfect for celebrations and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups red velvet cake crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for strawberries)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (optional garnish)
- 1/2 cup whipped cream (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Mix red velvet cake crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake crust for 8–10 minutes, then cool.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar and mix until combined, scraping down sides as needed.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing just until incorporated.
- Add vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour. Mix until smooth.
- In a small bowl, combine chopped strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Gently fold strawberry mixture into cheesecake batter.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until edges are set and center slightly jiggles.
- Turn off oven, crack door open, and cool cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight until fully set.
- Garnish with sliced strawberries and whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing to prevent cracks.
- Cooling gradually in the oven helps reduce cracking.
- Thaw and drain frozen strawberries thoroughly if using.
- A water bath can be used for an even creamier texture.
- Use a warm knife and wipe clean between slices for neat cuts.
- Best prepared a day in advance for optimal flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
