•INGREDIENTS:
For the Red Velvet Cake:
– 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil
– 1/2 cup buttermilk
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 tablespoon red food coloring
– 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Cheesecake Layer:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping:
– 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
– 1/2 cup strawberry preserves
– Whipped cream for garnish
•INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix vegetable oil, buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and vinegar until smooth.
4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool completely.
For the Cheesecake:
1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
2. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Pour the cheesecake mixture into a greased 8-inch springform pan. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 40-45 minutes, until set. Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.