Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake

Looking for the perfect dessert to impress your loved ones? This decadent Red Velvet Strawberry Cheesecake is a show-stopper that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients:

• 1 box red velvet cake mix
• 3 cups strawberries, sliced
• 24 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. Prepare the red velvet cake mix according to package instructions and pour into the prepared pan, bake for 15 minutes.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in sour cream, flour, and heavy cream until combined.
5. Pour cream cheese mixture over the partially baked red velvet cake.
6. Place sliced strawberries on top of the cheesecake mixture and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until set.
7. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
8. Mix powdered sugar with a little water to create a glaze and drizzle over the cheesecake before serving.

Popular questions:

• Are there any substitutions for red velvet cake mix if I can’t find it?

You can use a chocolate cake mix with red food coloring as a substitute for red velvet cake mix.

• Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh ones?

Yes, you can use frozen strawberries, just make sure to thaw and drain them before use.

• Is there a way to reduce the calories in this cheesecake?

You can use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream, and less sugar to lighten up the recipe.

Helpful tips:

• Use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother cheesecake filling.
• Add a touch of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture for a hint of freshness.
• Garnish the cheesecake with extra sliced strawberries for an added visual appeal.

Expert Secrets:

• Let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar to prevent cracking.
• Add a tablespoon of cocoa powder to the red velvet cake mix for extra flavor.