Description
Decadent Red Velvet Cheesecake Layer Cake is a show-stopping dessert that combines layers of moist red velvet cake with rich cheesecake, all enveloped in luscious cream cheese frosting. Perfect for any celebration, this cake is not just a treat; it’s an experience that delights the senses. Whether you’re hosting a birthday party or enjoying a cozy evening at home, this cake brings joy and indulgence to every occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) red velvet cake mix
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- Mix the red velvet cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar and vanilla. Spread cheesecake filling into a separate pan and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; fold into cooled cream cheese mixture.
- Assemble the cake by layering red velvet cake, cheesecake layer, and another red velvet layer on top. Frost generously with remaining cream cheese frosting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg