Description
Carrot Cake Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts, combining the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the warm spices and sweetness of carrot cake. This indulgent treat features layers of spiced carrot cake batter and smooth cheesecake filling, making it perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in. Easy to prepare, visually stunning, and utterly delicious, this carrot cake cheesecake is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 medium carrots, grated
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan.
- In a bowl, combine grated carrots, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar; mix well.
- Add eggs one at a time and stir until blended.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; mix in sour cream until creamy.
- Layer half of the carrot cake batter in the pan, followed by half of the cheesecake mixture; repeat layers.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 63mg