Description
Vampire Bite Red Velvet Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgent dessert that combines rich red velvet cake with a creamy, tangy cheesecake filling. This showstopper is perfect for Halloween parties or cozy gatherings, making it a delightful centerpiece that will leave your guests begging for seconds. With its stunning appearance and mouthwatering flavor, this decadent cheesecake is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz) Red Velvet Cake Mix
- 1 (8 oz) package Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 3 large Eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (unsweetened)
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix the red velvet cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy; then blend in sugar and sour cream until combined.
- Gradually incorporate cocoa powder and vanilla into the cream cheese mixture. If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Layer half of the red velvet batter into the springform pan, followed by dollops of cream cheese filling. Top with remaining batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Cool at room temperature before chilling for at least two hours.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg