Cheesecake And Red Velvet Cake Recipes

March 01, 2023 Post a Comment

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Cheesecake

Cheesecake is a classic dessert that is enjoyed by many. It's rich, creamy, and has a hint of sweetness that makes it irresistible. Whether you're a fan of the classic New York-style cheesecake or you prefer your cheesecakes with a hint of fruit or chocolate, there is a cheesecake recipe out there for everyone. This recipe is for a classic New York-style cheesecake that is simple and easy to make, yet absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

For the crust:

-1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

-1/4 cup sugar

-6 tablespoons melted butter

For the filling:

-3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

-1 cup sugar

-3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

-3 eggs

-1 cup sour cream

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom and up the sides of the springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add sugar and beat until smooth. Add flour, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat until completely combined. Pour filling into cooled crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes, until center is just slightly jiggly. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving size: ½ slice

Calories: 365

Fat: 25 g

Carbohydrates: 28 g

Protein: 6 g

Sodium: 310 mg

Cholesterol: 83 mg

Red Velvet Cake

Red velvet cake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its moist and fluffy texture, it's no wonder why this cake is so popular. Its distinctive flavor comes from a combination of cocoa powder, butter, and buttermilk. Topped with cream cheese frosting, this cake is truly a crowd pleaser. This red velvet cake recipe is simple to make and is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

For the cake:

-2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

-2 tablespoons cocoa powder

-1 teaspoon baking soda

-1 teaspoon baking powder

-1 teaspoon salt

-1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened

-2 cups sugar

-4 eggs

-1 cup buttermilk

-2 tablespoons red food coloring

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the frosting:

-1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

-1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened

-3 1/2 cups powdered sugar

-1 teaspoon vanilla extract

-1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add buttermilk, food coloring, and vanilla extract. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Allow to cool completely. For the frosting, beat together cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until smooth. Add vanilla extract and salt. Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate cake until ready to serve.