Decadent Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake to Delight Your Guests
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Decadent Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake. This delightful dessert is perfect for holiday gatherings and will surely impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until combined.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a festive touch, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: red velvet cheesecake, holiday dessert, Christmas cheesecake, decadent dessert