Description
A delicious and easy no-bake red velvet cheesecake that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh raspberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until combined.
- Add the red food coloring to the cream cheese mixture and mix until the color is evenly distributed.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, garnish with chocolate chips and fresh raspberries if desired. Carefully remove the sides of the springform pan and slice the cheesecake into wedges.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
- You can experiment with different food coloring to create a unique look.
- Consider adding a layer of chocolate ganache on top for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg