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Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake with Creamy Holiday Layers

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A festive holiday dessert with layers of moist red velvet cake and creamy vanilla cheesecake, finished with whipped cream or holiday garnish.

Ingredients

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Red Velvet Layer:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • ¾ cup sugar

  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder

  • ½ tsp baking soda

  • Pinch salt

  • ½ cup buttermilk

  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil

  • 1 egg

  • 1 tsp vinegar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tbsp red gel food coloring

Cheesecake Layer:

  • 24 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup sugar

  • ¾ cup sour cream

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 3 large eggs

Topping (optional):

  • Whipped cream or cream cheese frosting

  • White chocolate curls, red sprinkles, sugared cranberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Line and foil-wrap a springform pan.

  • Mix red velvet ingredients, pour into pan, and bake for 18–20 mins.

  • Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, vanilla, and eggs.

  • Pour over red velvet layer. Place pan in a water bath.

  • Bake for 55–65 minutes until set with slight jiggle.

  • Cool in oven for 1 hour, then chill 4+ hours or overnight.

  • Decorate with whipped topping and festive garnishes.

Notes

Use beet powder for natural coloring. Make ahead for stress-free serving. Freeze leftovers in slices for easy holiday treats.

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