Description
A rich and creamy red velvet cheesecake with a chocolate cookie crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in sour cream, milk, cocoa powder, red food coloring, and vanilla.
- Pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Red Velvet Cheesecake