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Carrot Cake Cheesecake

Carrot Cake Cheesecake

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Carrot Cake Cheesecake. This decadent dessert harmoniously combines the warm spices and sweetness of traditional carrot cake with the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake. Ideal for celebrations, gatherings, or simply a special treat at home, this layered delight promises to impress your family and friends. With its beautiful presentation and irresistible taste, it’s bound to be the centerpiece of any dessert table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 8 oz pkgs. cream cheese, softened
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cups finely grated carrots
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoon sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. For the cheesecake layer, beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Mix in flour, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream until well combined. Pour into the prepared pan.
  3. For the carrot cake layer, whisk together dry ingredients in one bowl. In another, mix canola oil and applesauce with sugars before adding eggs and vanilla. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients, then fold in grated carrots.
  4. Pour carrot cake batter over the cheesecake layer and bake for about 60 minutes until set. Cool completely before refrigerating for several hours or overnight.

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