Creamy Carrot Cake Cheesecake
Indulge in the perfect blend of moist carrot cake and creamy cheesecake layers, topped with a tangy cream cheese frosting. Optional additions of chopped nuts and shredded coconut add a delightful crunch to this decadent dessert.
ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon saltCheesecake Layers:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractCream Cheese Frosting:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch springform pan.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, mix together the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- 4.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts and shredded coconut if desired.
- 5.
In another mixing bowl, prepare the cheesecake layer by beating the cream cheese, sugar, flour, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- 6.
Pour half of the carrot cake batter into the prepared pan. Then evenly pour the cheesecake mixture on top. Carefully spoon the remaining carrot cake batter over the cheesecake layer.
- 7.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing.
- 8.
For the cream cheese frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
- 9.
Once the cake has cooled, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top. Garnish with extra shredded coconut or chopped nuts if desired.
- 10.
Serve and enjoy this heavenly Carrot Cake Cheesecake!
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