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Carrot Cake Cheesecake

Carrot Cake Cheesecake: Indulge in a Creamy Delight

A delectable fusion of classic carrot cake and creamy cheesecake in one stunning dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Chilling Time 6 hours
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
For the Carrot Cake Layer
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spoon and level
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ginger
  • ½ cup oil (canola or vegetable)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups grated carrots finely grated
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz unsalted butter softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Prep
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
Cheesecake Batter
  1. Beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add sour cream, heavy cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Incorporate eggs on low speed one at a time.
Carrot Cake Batter
  1. Whisk all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, beat oil and brown sugar, then mix in eggs and grated carrots. Combine dry and wet ingredients gently.
Layering
  1. Spoon half of the carrot cake batter into the springform pan, followed by a third of the cheesecake batter. Repeat with remaining batters.
Bake
  1. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes, checking for a slight jiggle in the center.
Cool and Chill
  1. Cool the cheesecake for about 1 hour on a rack. Then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
Frosting
  1. Beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy, then gradually mix in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
Frosting the Cheesecake
  1. Remove the cheesecake from the pan and frost the top with cream cheese frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Follow tips for perfect layering and chilling to enhance flavors.

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