Red Velvet Pie Recipe

Red Velvet Pie Recipe

Looking for a sweet sensation? Red Velvet Pie Recipe is here to dazzle your taste buds. 

It’s a mouthwatering dessert that combines the magic of red velvet cake with the creamy goodness of a pie. It’s a fun combo!

How Does Red Velvet Pie Taste Like

Imagine a dessert that’s soft like a pillow, tastes like cocoa love, and has a slight tanginess. 

Red Velvet Pie is a velvety dream with a hint of chocolate and cream cheese delight.

My first rendezvous with Red Velvet Pie happened at a cozy family gathering. It was love at first bite. 

The smooth texture and irresistible flavour won me over. Since then, it’s become a must-have at our celebrations.

Ingredients To Make Red Velvet Pie

Prepared pie crust (fitted into a 9-inch pie plate) = 1 

For The Cream Cheese Layer:

  • Cream cheese (at room temperature) = 8 ounces 
  • Confectioners’ sugar  = 1/2 cup 
  • Large egg (at room temperature) = 1
  • Large egg yolk (at room temperature) = 1 
  • Pure vanilla extract = 1/2 teaspoon 

For The Red Velvet Layer:

  • All-purpose flour = 1 cup 
  • Cocoa powder = 2 tablespoons
  • Fine sea salt = 1/2 teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter (at room temperature)  = 6 tablespoons
  • Granulated sugar = 3/4 cup 
  • Large egg (at room temperature) = 1
  • Large egg white (at room temperature) = 1 
  • Pure vanilla extract = 1 teaspoon 
  • Red food coloring = 1 tablespoon 
  • Whipped cream (for serving) 

Steps Involved In Making Red Velvet Pie

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place pie crust on the parchment-lined sheet, and chill.

Prepare cream cheese layer:

  • Blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add egg, yolk, vanilla; mix well.
  • Fill the crust, and chill in the freezer.

Prepare red velvet layer:

  • Mix flour, cocoa, and salt in a bowl.
  • Blend butter, and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs, vanilla, food colouring; mix.
  • Combine with dry ingredients; spread over cream cheese.
  • Bake until golden, and the filling springs back (40-45 mins).
  • Cool before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Recipe Tips for Red Velvet Pie

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth filling.
  • Gradually add food colouring until you achieve that perfect red.
  • Don’t skip the whipped cream topping; it’s the icing on the cake, or in this case, the pie.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pie crust? 

Absolutely, it saves time.

What’s the secret to that vibrant red color? 

A touch of red food coloring.

Can I make it without cream cheese? 

Not recommended; cream cheese makes it special.

Is it hard to make?

Nope! It’s easy. Follow the simple recipe below.

What To Serve With Red Velvet Pie

  • Pair this heavenly pie with:
  • Vanilla ice cream for a classic combo.
  • Fresh berries for a fruity twist.
  • A dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.

Storage Tips for Red Velvet Pie

Keep your Red Velvet Pie in the fridge, covered, for up to 3 days. If it lasts that long!

Concluding Remarks!

Red Velvet Pie is a tasty dessert that blends cake and pie. Its velvety, chocolatey goodness combined with the creamy, dreamy filling makes it a favorite for any occasion. 

So, go ahead and treat yourself and your loved ones to a slice of Red Velvet Pie magic. It’s a recipe that’s bound to make sweet memories.

Red Velvet Pie Recipe

Red Velvet Pie Recipe

Looking for a sweet sensation? Red Velvet Pie Recipe is here to dazzle your taste buds. 
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
CHILL TIME 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • Prepared pie crust (fitted into a 9-inch pie plate)

For The Cream Cheese Layer:

  • 8 ounces  Cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup  Confectioners' sugar 
  • 1 Large egg (at room temperature)
  • Large egg yolk (at room temperature)
  • 1/2 teaspoon  Pure vanilla extract

For The Red Velvet Layer:

  • 1 cup  All-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine sea salt
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (at room temperature) 
  • 3/4 cup  Granulated sugar
  • 1 Large egg (at room temperature)
  • Large egg white (at room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon  Pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon  Red food coloring
  • Whipped cream (for serving) 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Place pie crust on the parchment-lined sheet, and chill.

Prepare cream cheese layer:

  • Blend cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  • Add egg, yolk, vanilla; mix well.
  • Fill the crust, and chill in the freezer.

Prepare red velvet layer:

  • Mix flour, cocoa, and salt in a bowl.
  • Blend butter, and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add eggs, vanilla, food colouring; mix.
  • Combine with dry ingredients; spread over cream cheese.
  • Bake until golden, filling springs back (40-45 mins).
  • Cool before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth filling.
  • Gradually add food colouring until you achieve that perfect red.
  • Don’t skip the whipped cream topping; it’s the icing on the cake, or in this case, the pie.
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