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Valentine’s Day Red Velvet Cheesecake

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This decadent and creamy Red Velvet Cheesecake is the ultimate Valentine’s Day dessert—rich, smooth, and full of love! With a chocolate cookie crust, a luscious red velvet filling, and a whipped cream topping, it’s the perfect treat to celebrate with your loved ones.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:
    • 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
    • 5 tbsp butter, melted

    For the Red Velvet Cheesecake Filling:

    • 24 oz (3 blocks) cream cheese, room temperature
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 tbsp cocoa powder
    • 1/2 cup sour cream
    • 1/4 cup buttermilk
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1 tsp white vinegar
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 tbsp red food coloring

    For the Cream Cheese Whipped Cream:

    • 4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
    • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Prepare the Crust:
    Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
    In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until evenly combined.
    Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • Make the Red Velvet Cheesecake Filling:
    In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and cocoa powder until smooth.
    Add sour cream, buttermilk, vinegar, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
    Mix in the red food coloring until evenly colored.
    Add eggs one at a time, beating on low speed until just incorporated (do not overmix).
    Pour the batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  • Bake the Cheesecake:
    Wrap the springform pan in foil and place it in a larger baking dish.
    Pour hot water into the outer dish, about 1 inch deep, to create a water bath (this prevents cracks).
    Bake for 1 hour, then turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside with the door slightly open for another 30 minutes.
    Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before refrigerating for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Prepare the Cream Cheese Whipped Cream:
    In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
    Add cold heavy whipping cream and beat until stiff peaks form.
  • Decorate & Serve:
    Remove cheesecake from the springform pan.
    Pipe or spread cream cheese whipped cream on top.
    Garnish with chocolate shavings, heart-shaped sprinkles, or fresh berries for a festive touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the cheesecake is completely cooled and chilled before serving to get the best texture.
  • You can store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

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