Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather a 9-inch springform pan alongside an 8-inch round cake pan. Line the bottoms with parchment paper and spray the sides with non-stick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 2 cups of granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add in 1 cup of sour cream, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract, and 2 large eggs, plus 1 tablespoon of red food coloring. Mix well.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet batter, alternating with 1 cup of buttermilk. Mix until just combined, then fold in 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of vinegar.
- Divide the prepared batter evenly between your two pans and bake for 18-20 minutes. Allow to cool completely on wire racks.
- While the cakes cool, process 1 1/2 cups of Oreo cookies into fine crumbs. Beat together 16 ounces of cream cheese and the Oreo crumbs until smooth. Mix in 3/4 cup of granulated sugar and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch.
- Next, add in 1 cup of sour cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla, and 2 large eggs (plus 1 egg yolk) to the Oreo mixture. Mix until just combined and fold in 1 cup of crushed Oreo pieces.
- Pour the Oreo cheesecake batter over one of the cooled red velvet cake layers in the springform pan. Cover the pan with foil and place it in a water bath. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for about 90 minutes.
- Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight.
- Prepare the ganache by melting 1 cup of dark chocolate chips with 1/2 cup of heavy cream until smooth. Pour over the chilled cheesecake.
- Sprinkle crumbled red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting on top before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
For the best flavor and texture, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight before serving.
