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Knock You Naked Red Velvet Cheesecake

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A Bold, Beautiful Layered Dessert That Turns Heads

This Knock You Naked Red Velvet Cheesecake is pure dessert drama — rich red velvet cake layers hugging a thick, creamy cheesecake center, all finished with luscious frosting. It’s bold, beautiful, and guaranteed to impress at birthdays, Valentine’s Day, or any special occasion.

Every slice reveals stunning layers that look as incredible as they taste.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Dessert

  • Show-stopping layered presentation
  • Rich red velvet flavor
  • Ultra-creamy cheesecake center
  • Perfect balance of cocoa and tangy sweetness
  • Ideal for holidays and celebrations

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 10–12)

For the Cheesecake Layer:

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Red Velvet Cake:

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp red food coloring
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp white vinegar

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Make the Cheesecake Layer

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then sour cream and vanilla.
  4. Pour into a parchment-lined 9-inch pan.
  5. Bake 40–45 minutes until set. Cool completely and chill.

Step 2: Prepare Red Velvet Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch pans.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, oil, eggs, food coloring, vanilla, and vinegar.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Divide batter into pans and bake 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 3: Make the Frosting

  1. Beat cream cheese and butter until creamy.
  2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

  1. Place one red velvet cake layer on a serving plate.
  2. Carefully place chilled cheesecake layer on top.
  3. Add second red velvet cake layer.
  4. Frost top and sides evenly.

Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing for clean layers.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Layers

  • Freeze cheesecake layer briefly before assembling for easier handling
  • Use room-temperature ingredients for smooth batter
  • Chill before slicing for sharp, beautiful layers
  • Add chocolate drizzle for extra drama

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