Description
A rich and creamy red velvet cheesecake layered with chocolate and topped with a sweet caramel drizzle, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 pre-baked Oreo crust
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce for drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality cream cheese and let the cheesecake chill overnight. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 7g