Make the Cheesecake Layer:
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
3. Add vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing until just combined.
4. Pour the mixture into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until set.
5. Let cool completely, then refrigerate while making the red velvet cake.
Prepare the Red Velvet Cake:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix oil, buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, vinegar, and red food coloring.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool completely.
Assemble the Cheesecake:
1. Place the red velvet cake layer on a serving plate.
2. Carefully place the chilled cheesecake layer on top.
Optional: Add Frosting
1. Beat butter and cream cheese until smooth.
2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
3. Spread frosting over the cake or pipe decorations as desired.
Serve & Enjoy!
Slice and enjoy this delicious red velvet cheesecake!
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