How to Make Red Velvet Cheesecake in Easy Steps

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Red velvet cheesecake –Hey, y’all! Today we’re diving into a delicious treat that’s gonna make your taste buds dance: the Roter Samt-Käsekuchen, also known as Red Velvet Cheesecake. This dessert is a fabulous blend of the classic cheesecake you love and that rich, velvety red cake. It’s perfect for special occasions or just whenever you’re in the mood to indulge. Grab your aprons, and let’s get started!

Feast Your Eyes

First up, let’s take a look at this gorgeous cake that’ll have everyone talking:

Roter Samt-Käsekuchen - A luscious red velvet cheesecake

Ingredients

Here’s what you need to whip up this dreamy dessert:

  • 1 ½ cups of crushed graham crackers
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Now that we’ve got our ingredients ready, let’s dive into the steps to make this masterpiece:

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grab a 9-inch springform pan and spray it with non-stick spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Mix it well until you have a crumbly consistency. Press this mixture into the bottom of your prepared pan to form a crust.
  3. In another large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the sour cream, buttermilk, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Mix until everything is well combined and smooth.
  5. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center has just a slight jiggle.
  7. Once done, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
  8. After cooling, remove it from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.

And there you have it! Once it’s chilled and ready to serve, you can garnish with whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate ganache if you want to elevate it even more. Enjoy every creamy, dreamy bite of this Roter Samt-Käsekuchen with friends and family!