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Red Velvet Pie Recipe
Sally Mckenney

Red Velvet Pie Recipe

This homemade Red Velvet Pie recipe is a rich and creamy dessert featuring a smooth cream cheese filling layered with a luscious red velvet topping, baked inside a flaky pie crust. A showstopper dessert perfect for celebrations!
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust

  • 1 prepared pie crust (fitted into a 9-inch pie plate)
For the Cream Cheese Layer

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg yolk (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 (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg white (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • tablespoon red food coloring
For Serving

  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When making my Red Velvet Pie, I always find that having the right tools helps ensure a smooth process. Here's what you'll need:
  • Mixing Bowls – For combining wet and dry ingredients separately.
Hand or Stand Mixer – Essential for beating cream cheese and butter until smooth and fluffy.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons – Accuracy is key in baking.
  • Rubber Spatula – Helps fold in ingredients and spread layers evenly.
  • 9-Inch Pie Plate – The perfect size for this recipe.
  • Wire Cooling Rack – To cool the pie evenly after baking.
With these tools ready, you're all set for a stress-free baking experience.