Ingredients:
- 315g all-purpose flour
- 400g granulated sugar
- 15g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 5g baking soda
- 3g salt
- 240ml buttermilk
- 240ml vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 5ml white distilled vinegar
- 15ml vanilla extract
- 30ml red food coloring
- 450g full-fat cream cheese
- 60g sour cream
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Liberally grease a 10-cup Bundt pan or 9x13 inch dish with butter and dust with cocoa powder to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 315g flour, 15g cocoa, 5g baking soda, and 3g salt.
- In your main mixing bowl, beat 350g of the sugar with 240ml vegetable oil and 3 large eggs. Add the 30ml red food coloring, 15ml vanilla, and 5ml vinegar, whisking until the color is uniform and vibrant.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and velvety.
- In a separate bowl, beat 450g cream cheese with the remaining 50g sugar, 1 egg yolk, and 60g sour cream. Beat until completely smooth and devoid of lumps.
- Pour two-thirds of the red velvet batter into the prepared pan. Drop spoonfuls of the cheesecake mixture over the batter, then top with the remaining red velvet batter.
- Using an offset spatula or knife, gently swirl the layers together to create a marble effect. Do not over-mix.
- Bake for 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake portion comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.