Strawberry Red Velvet Cheesecake

Presented by Cozy Cakes Prep Time: 30 minutes | Baking Time: 60-70 minutes | Total Time: Approximately 5 hours | Servings: 12 slices Ingredients: For the crust: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted For the cheesecake: 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup sour cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 3 large eggs 1/4 cup strawberry puree 1 teaspoon red food colouring For the topping: Fresh strawberries Whipped cream Red velvet cake crumbs Instructions: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan. For the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool. For the cheesecake: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Mix in eggs one at a time. Add strawberry puree and red food colouring, blend well. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust, spreading evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes until set. Let it cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour. Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours. Top with whipped cream, fresh strawberries, and red velvet cake crumbs before serving