Layered Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake Recipe

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❤️ Layered Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake Recipe ❤️
A Decadent Dessert for True Dessert Lovers

🌟 Introduction:

Layered Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake is the ultimate show-stopping dessert, combining the rich, velvety flavor of classic red velvet cake with a luscious, creamy cheesecake center. The cake is baked in a Bundt pan for a beautiful, ring-like presentation, making it perfect for holidays, special occasions, or a romantic evening. Every slice reveals a stunning contrast between deep red cake and creamy white cheesecake—pure indulgence!

📜 A Bit of History:

Red velvet cake, with its roots traced back to the Victorian era, was originally considered a “fancy cake” due to its tender crumb and deep color. Meanwhile, cheesecake has existed since ancient Greece, beloved for its creamy texture and rich taste. When these two beloved desserts meet in one harmonious creation, it forms the modern marvel known as the Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake—a bakery favorite and viral internet sensation for dessert lovers.

🍰 Ingredients:

For the Red Velvet Cake:

Option 1 – Boxed Mix (Easy Version):

  • 1 box red velvet cake mix
  • Eggs, oil, and water (as called for on box instructions)

Option 2 – From Scratch (Homemade Richness):

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1½ cups vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk (room temp)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cheesecake Filling:

  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

🧁 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cheesecake Layer

  1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
  3. Set aside in the refrigerator while preparing the cake batter.

Step 2: Make the Red Velvet Cake Batter

For box mix: Follow the package instructions.

For scratch version:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a Bundt pan generously.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vinegar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Step 3: Assemble the Cake

  1. Pour about 2/3 of the red velvet batter into the prepared Bundt pan.
  2. Carefully spoon the cheesecake filling over the batter, avoiding the edges.
  3. Pour the remaining red velvet batter over the cheesecake layer to cover completely.

Step 4: Bake

  1. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean (do not pierce the cheesecake layer when testing).
  2. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and let cool completely.

Step 5: Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze (Optional)

  1. Beat cream cheese until smooth.
  2. Add powdered sugar, milk (1 tbsp at a time), and vanilla until you reach a pourable consistency.
  3. Drizzle over the cooled cake.

💡 Methods & Tips:

  • Grease your Bundt pan thoroughly to prevent sticking—use shortening or butter and flour or baking spray with flour.
  • Room temperature ingredients help ensure a smooth cheesecake filling and well-mixed batter.
  • Let the cake cool completely before glazing to avoid melting the glaze.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge; this cake tastes even better the next day!

🧡 Formation & Presentation:

This cake is best presented on a decorative cake stand, drizzled with glaze and garnished with a few red velvet crumbs or white chocolate shavings. Slice and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

💘 For the Lovers:

This cake is made for lovers—of dessert, of decadence, and of each other. Share it on Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or surprise someone special just because. Its red hue and cheesecake heart make it a romantic gesture baked into every bite.

📝 Conclusion:

Layered Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake is not just a dessert—it’s an experience. It’s where the warmth of tradition meets the cool elegance of cheesecake. Whether you’re baking to impress or treating yourself, this cake will deliver sweet satisfaction every time.

Let love rise with every slice! ❤️🍰

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