Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this Christmas Red Velvet Cheesecake, a show-stopping dessert that combines the rich flavors of classic red velvet cake and creamy cheesecake. Its vibrant red and white layers make it a stunning centerpiece for any holiday gathering. With its smooth texture and decadent taste, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and become a new holiday tradition. Easy to prepare, this delightful treat can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy more precious moments with family and friends during the busy holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 Oreo cookies (about 2 cups crumbs)
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 4 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Red food coloring (to desired shade)
- ¼ cup Christmas sprinkles (for filling)
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Mini Oreos and extra Christmas sprinkles (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap a 9-inch springform pan tightly with aluminum foil.
- Crush Oreo cookies and mix with melted butter and sugar. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; add sugar, vanilla, cocoa powder, and red food coloring. Fold in whipped cream and sprinkles. Pour over crust.
- Bake at 325°F (160°C) in a water bath for 1 to 1 hour and 15 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool in the oven with door ajar for an hour, then refrigerate overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg