Description
This Red Velvet Cheesecake Swirl Cake is a dreamy dessert that combines the elegance of red velvet with the richness of a cheesecake swirl. Perfect for celebrations, special dinners, or when you need a show-stopping sweet, it features moist layers, a tangy cream cheese marbled swirl, and a creamy frosting. A perfect option for easy dessert recipes, cake ideas, and holiday baking. Whether you need a birthday cake, a Valentine’s Day treat, or are just craving something indulgent, this is the perfect bake.
Ingredients
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon red food coloring
16 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Grease and line two 9-inch round cake pans with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, oil, eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and food coloring.
4. Combine wet and dry mixtures, stirring until smooth and red.
5. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat until fluffy.
6. Pour red velvet batter into pans. Add spoonfuls of cheesecake mixture and swirl with a knife.
7. Bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes in pans, then completely on racks.
8. Frost with remaining cheesecake mix or cream cheese frosting. Decorate with swirls and crumbs.
Notes
Always bring cream cheese to room temperature before beating to avoid lumps.
Don’t over-swirl the cheesecake layer; you want a marble, not a blend.
For extra decadence, top with white chocolate shavings or extra red velvet crumbs.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: red velvet cake, cheesecake swirl cake, easy cake recipe, holiday dessert, valentine’s day dessert, showstopper cake