Here’s a delicious recipe for Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Delight, a layered dessert that combines the rich flavor of red velvet cake, the creamy texture of cheesecake, and the sweetness of fresh strawberries.

Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Delight

Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon red food coloring

For the Cheesecake Layer:

• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream)

For the Strawberry Layer:

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

For Topping:

• 1 cup whipped topping
• Fresh strawberries, for garnish
• Red velvet cake crumbs, for decoration (optional)

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Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Cake

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Make the Red Velvet Cake

In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Set aside.

In a separate large bowl, mix ¾ cup of vegetable oil, ½ cup of buttermilk, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar, and 1 tablespoon of red food coloring. Stir until smooth.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until well combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Step 3: Bake the Red Velvet Cake

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 4: Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

While the cake is cooling, make the cheesecake layer. In a medium bowl, beat 16 oz of softened cream cheese, ½ cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Fold in 1 ½ cups of whipped topping (or homemade whipped cream) until fully combined. Set aside.

Step 5: Prepare the Strawberry Layer

In a small bowl, toss 2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon of lemon juice. Let the strawberries sit for about 10-15 minutes to release their juices and soften.

Step 6: Assemble the Dessert

Once the red velvet cake has cooled completely, crumble it into small pieces. Set aside a small amount of cake crumbs for decoration if desired.

In a large serving dish or individual cups, layer the dessert starting with a layer of crumbled red velvet cake. Follow with a layer of cheesecake filling, then top with a generous layer of the strawberry mixture.

Repeat the layers, ending with the cheesecake layer on top.

Step 7: Top and Garnish

Spread 1 cup of whipped topping over the top layer of cheesecake. Garnish with fresh strawberries and sprinkle the remaining red velvet cake crumbs over the top for decoration, if desired.

Step 8: Chill and Serve

Refrigerate the dessert for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and the dessert to set.

Serve chilled and enjoy this creamy, fruity, and decadent treat!

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Tips for Success:

• Cake Layer: If you prefer a thicker red velvet cake layer, you can double the cake recipe and use a larger pan.
• Homemade Whipped Cream: To make homemade whipped cream, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
• Make Ahead: This dessert can be made a day ahead of time, which helps the flavors meld even more!

Enjoy this delightful Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake Delight! 🍓🎂