Vampire Bite Red Velvet Cheesecake
This Vampire Bite Red Velvet Cheesecake is the perfect dessert for a spooky celebration or simply to impress your guests with something unique and delicious. It combines a rich chocolate cookie crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and a striking red velvet topping with dramatic “bite marks” made from sweet red sauce. It’s a dessert that tastes as amazing as it looks.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tsp red food coloring
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup raspberry or strawberry sauce (for “vampire bites”)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix the cookie crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form the crust. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and red food coloring until the batter is evenly blended and vibrant red.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside with the door slightly open, and let it cool gradually for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Whip the heavy cream and spread or pipe it onto the chilled cheesecake for decoration.
- Use the raspberry or strawberry sauce to create small “vampire bite” marks on top of the cheesecake for a spooky effect.
Serving suggestions
Serve chilled with extra berry sauce on the side. The sweet red sauce not only enhances the spooky appearance but also pairs beautifully with the rich red velvet flavor.
Final thoughts
This Vampire Bite Red Velvet Cheesecake is both delicious and dramatic. It makes a memorable centerpiece for any Halloween party, themed gathering, or simply for anyone who loves a creative twist on classic cheesecake.