Description
A delightful twist on carrot cake and cheesecake, perfect for holiday gatherings or special celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups (150g) finely shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60ml) sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and optionally line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Make the carrot cake layer: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. In another bowl, beat the eggs, both sugars, oil, and vanilla until well combined. Stir in the dry ingredients, then fold in the shredded carrots and nuts (if using). Pour into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Make the cheesecake layer: In a clean bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and flour, and mix well. Beat in the vanilla, then the eggs one at a time. Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated. Pour gently over the carrot cake layer.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes or until the center is just set and a slight jiggle remains. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cake cool for 30 minutes inside.
- Cool completely at room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours or overnight in the fridge.
- Serve cold or slightly at room temperature. Garnish with whipped cream, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of cream cheese glaze if desired.
Notes
Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy blending. Don’t skip chilling to set the flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg