Cheesecake Swirl Bundt

Name: Red Velvet Bundt Cake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 43 min
Total time: 63 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz cream cheese, softened.; 1/4 cup sugar.; 1 egg.; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.; 3 cups all-purpose flour.; 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar.; 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cocoa powder.; 1 teaspoon baking soda.; 1 cup vegetable oil.; 3/4 cup buttermilk.; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.; 2 large eggs.; 1 oz red food coloring.; 2 teaspoons vinegar.; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar.; 3 tablespoons milk.; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.; Sprinkles (optional).

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Not your average bundt cake! We're layering rich red velvet cake batter with creamy cheesecake filling, then topping it with a sweet vanilla glaze. It's like two desserts in one stunning package.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:08:09 GMT

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A beautifully decorated red velvet bundt cake with cream cheese frosting and red sprinkles, sliced to show its rich, red interior, sits on a white cake stand. | recipesbyclare.com

This red velvet cheesecake bundt cake swirls rich red velvet with creamy cheesecake topped with vanilla glaze. Perfect for special occasions it makes a stunning centerpiece that tastes as good as it looks.

Beautiful Inside and Out

Moist red velvet meets smooth cheesecake in every slice. The vanilla glaze adds the perfect finish making this cake a showstopper at any gathering.

What You Need

Cream Cheese: 8 oz soft
Sugar: 1 1/4 cup granulated 1/4 cup for filling 1 1/2 cups powdered
Eggs: 3 large
Vanilla: Total 2 1/2 tsp divided
Flour: 3 cups
Cocoa: 1 tbsp + 1 tsp
Baking Soda: 1 tsp
Oil: 1 cup
Buttermilk: 3/4 cup
Red Color: 1 oz
Vinegar: 2 tsp
Milk: 3 tbsp for glaze

Let's Bake

Filling First: Beat cream cheese sugar egg vanilla until smooth
Mix Cake: Combine dry then wet ingredients separately blend together
Get Ready: 350°F grease bundt pan
Layer Up: Alternate cake batter and filling in pan
Bake Away: 38-43 minutes cool 10 in pan
Finish Pretty: Make glaze drizzle over cooled cake add sprinkles

A red velvet bundt cake topped with creamy frosting and red sprinkles is displayed on a white cake stand. | recipesbyclare.com

Worth Celebrating

This cake turns any gathering into a celebration. The beautiful swirls rich flavor and creamy filling make every slice special.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How do I prevent the cake from sticking to the pan?: Grease the bundt pan thoroughly, getting into all the grooves. Some bakers swear by using shortening and flour or cake release spray.
→ Can I make this ahead of time?: Yes! Make up to 2 days ahead and store covered at room temperature. Add the glaze just before serving for best appearance.
→ Why add vinegar to red velvet cake?: Vinegar reacts with the cocoa powder and baking soda to help the cake rise and enhance the red color. Don't skip it!
→ How do I know when it's done baking?: A toothpick inserted should come out clean and the cake should spring back when lightly pressed. Check multiple spots due to the filling.
→ Can I freeze this cake?: Yes, freeze unglazed for up to 3 months. Wrap well in plastic wrap and foil. Thaw overnight and add glaze before serving.