A Show-Stopping Dessert with Creamy Swirls, Velvety Crumb & Bakery-Style Elegance
If you’re looking for a dessert that instantly impresses, Layered Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Cake is it. This stunning cake combines the iconic cocoa-kissed flavor and deep red color of classic red velvet with a rich, tangy cheesecake layer baked right inside. Finished with a silky cream cheese glaze, it’s the kind of cake that looks like it came from a professional bakery—yet it’s completely achievable at home.
Perfect for holidays, birthdays, potlucks, or anytime you want a dessert that earns compliments before the first bite, this Bundt cake delivers dramatic visuals, incredible texture, and unforgettable flavor.
⭐ Why This Red Velvet Cheesecake Bundt Is So Special
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Two desserts in one – moist red velvet cake + creamy cheesecake
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Beautiful layered effect without complicated techniques
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Perfectly balanced sweetness with a subtle cocoa note
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Make-ahead friendly and ideal for entertaining
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Crowd-pleasing classic with a modern twist
Every slice reveals a gorgeous cheesecake ribbon running through the center, making it as exciting to cut as it is to eat.
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Red Velvet Cake
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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1½ cups granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon fine salt
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1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
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1½ cups vegetable oil
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1 cup buttermilk, room temperature
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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1 tablespoon red food coloring (gel or liquid)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon white vinegar
For the Cheesecake Layer
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12 oz (340 g) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
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4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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2–3 tablespoons milk or cream
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
🧁 Equipment
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