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Homemade Carrot Cake with a Cheesecake Layer

03/04/19 | Dessert Recipes, FEATURED, Recipes from my Kitchen

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Last Updated on 2020-02-09 by Linda

Cheese Cake and Carrot Cake sometimes one just cannot decide. Well guess what sometimes you don’t have too.  Last summer while surfing Kent discovered a video for a Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Cake. My goodness that is a mouthful literally and figuratively.  Think about that for a minute.  Cheesecake and Carrot Cake together.  Mind blown


carrot cake and candles

The Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Birthday Cake

I am a chocoholic but Kent adores his Carrot Cake, almost as much as traditional cheesecake.  So when we stumbled upon this awesome cake on Facebook I had to try it. It was August and almost his birthday so how could I not at least test myself.  It was a relatively simple cake to make but please give yourself some time.

I did not realize that I should make the cheesecake a day early to let it set.  Embarking on a baking adventure on he day of his birthday did not give me a lot of extra time.  Ever the “out of the box thinker” I opted to go buy a cheesecake that was already made.  Cheater or genius you pick.

Next time I am anxious to try and use my no bake cheesecake recipe in the middle.

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Cheese Cake or Carrot Cake or Both

The cake was a major hit.  Sad fact for the life of me I cannot figure out why Kent would be lighting his own candles.  I want back and checked the date and yep August 20th, so it was his Birthday.  Possibly he was sharing with Pamela who shares the same Birthday.

The carrot cake portion was moist and tasty, fyi no raisins to spoil the taste.  A basic carrot cake topped with cream cheese frosting and pecans, with a twist.  I mean honestly who would expect a whole cheesecake in the middle?

Kent enjoying Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Cake

Let’s Make a Carrot Cake

The carrot cake is the main focus of this recipe.  There are a ton of variations out there but I prefer a Pure Cake. Meaning no raisins no walnuts, just carroty goodness.
  1. Preheat oven to 350F . Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil and eggs until blended.
  3. Add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Beat for about 2 minutes.
  5. Add in shredded carrots.
  6. Pour into prepared cake pans.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes.
  8. Cool on wire rack for ten minutes.
  9. The remove from pans and cool completely.

carrot cake

Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Cake

Cheese Cake for the filling

It is recommended that you plan ahead for this cake but if you are lazy or late like me….. buy.

  1. Prepare the cheesecake layer first. This can be done early in the day, or the night before. If freezing the cheesecake, can be stored 1-2 weeks in the freezer. Or you can cheat like I did and purchase a ready made cheesecake. Please don’t judge too harshly I actually ran out of time.
  2. I have seen his done with New York Style Cheesecake but I may try it again with my no bake cheesecake.

Carrot Cake Cheese Cake Cake

Finally the Frosting

To make the Cream cheese frosting you need to follow a few simple steps:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and butter.
  2. Beat with whisk attachment for 3 minutes.
  3. Add in sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream.
  4. Beat for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
  5. Fold in chopped pecans. (save a few pecans for the garnish on top)

Let’s Eat Cake

  1. To assemble the cake, layer one layer of carrot cake. Add the cheesecake then top with second layer of carrot cake. Spread on the frosting, first on sides then on top!
  2. Store in the refrigerator, and let’s get eating.

This can be stored for a few days in the fridge.

Carrot Cake Cheesecake

The perfect blend of Carrot Cake and Cheesecake. A decadent desert that you will want to savour and enjoy.  Don't forget to take a moment for yourself and enjoy every decadent bite
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Carrot Cake, Carrot cake Cheesecake, Cheesecake
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 16
Calories: 670kcal
Author: lindaandkent1@gmail.com

Ingredients

FOR THE CARROT CAKE:

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups shredded carrots

FOR THE FROSTING:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • Instructions

Instructions

FOR THE CHEESECAKE LAYER:

  • Prepare the cheesecake layer first. This can be done early in the day, or the night before. If freezing the cheesecake, can be stored 1-2 weeks in the freezer. Or you can cheat like I did and purchase a ready made cheesecake. Please don't judge too harshly I actually ran out of time.
  • I have seen his done with New York Style Cheesecake but I may try it again with my no bake cheesecake.

FOR THE CARROT CAKE LAYERS:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, oil and eggs until blended. Add in flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Beat for about 2 minutes. Add in shredded carrots. Pour into prepared cake pans.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Cool on wire rack for ten minutes. The remove from pans and cool completely.

FOR THE FROSTING:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and butter. Beat with whisk attachment for 3 minutes. Add in sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream. Beat for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy. Fold in chopped pecans.
  • To assemble the cake, layer one layer of carrot cake. Add the cheesecake then top with second layer of carrot cake. Spread on the frosting, first on sides then on top!
  • Store in the refrigerator,
Nutrition Facts
Carrot Cake Cheesecake
Amount Per Serving (16 Servings)
Calories 670
% Daily Value*
Saturated Fat 13g81%
Cholesterol 119mg40%
Sodium 246mg11%
Carbohydrates 80g27%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 66g73%
Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Serving: 16Servings | Calories: 670kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 6g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 119mg | Sodium: 246mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 66g
Have you tried this recipe? I would love to see the resultsMention @alabouroflife or tag #alabouroffood!

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Comments

  1. công ty thiết kế xây dựng says

    2021-04-02 at 6:09 pm

    This is a great tip especially to those new to the blogosphere.

    Short but very precise info… Appreciate your sharing this one.
    A must read post!

    Reply
  2. The Freshman Cook says

    2019-03-14 at 8:10 pm

    Unique and beautiful! I bet it tastes fantastic! Thank you for sharing at Celebrate It!

    Reply
  3. Jhuls | The Not So Creative Cook says

    2019-03-12 at 2:10 am

    This looks like an amazing cake for my birthday, too. 😀 Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday party!

    Reply
  4. Life Diet Health says

    2019-03-08 at 6:38 pm

    What a great idea – two cakes in one! Thanks for sharing at Fiesta Friday – I couldn’t see us on your party link page?

    Reply
  5. Jillian says

    2019-03-08 at 2:27 pm

    This cake has my heart! I love the addition of the layer of frosting! This recipe will be making an appearance at birthdays and parties!

    Reply
  6. Kat @ Kat's 9 Lives says

    2019-03-08 at 9:52 am

    I am drooling! I love carrot cake and cheesecake, and I am certain that they would be delicious together!

    Reply
  7. Jessica says

    2019-03-06 at 10:59 pm

    This looks so yummy dear! Thanks for sharing!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

    Reply
  8. Maureen says

    2019-03-06 at 12:44 pm

    This looks yummy! I love that it checks off both carrot cake and cheesecake! I love both! I can’t wait to try this.

    Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com

    Reply
  9. Sincerely, Jennie says

    2019-03-06 at 12:31 am

    This sounds like my dream cake!

    Reply
  10. Amy's Fashion Blog says

    2019-03-05 at 9:37 pm

    yummy

    http://www.amysfashionblog.com/blog-home

    Reply
  11. Mother of 3 says

    2019-03-05 at 4:21 pm

    That looks so delicious and combines two of my favorite desserts! Pinned.

    Reply
    • lindaandkent1@gmail.com says

      2019-03-05 at 6:33 pm

      let me know if you try it please. Tag me. I am anxious to try it again with a no bake cheesecake layer.

      Reply
  12. monica says

    2019-03-05 at 9:07 am

    Oh my look at that layer of cheesecake! I need this!

    Reply
    • lindaandkent1@gmail.com says

      2019-03-05 at 6:33 pm

      so very very delicious you need to try it.

      Reply
  13. Julie says

    2019-03-05 at 4:32 am

    My husband is also a massive cheesecake fan, I might try surprising him with soemthing like this on his birthday. It looks delish!

    Reply
    • lindaandkent1@gmail.com says

      2019-03-05 at 6:31 pm

      Both are Kent’s fav cakes and he adored this. It was actually quite easy

      Reply
  14. Maria | passion fruit, paws and peonies says

    2019-03-05 at 3:30 am

    I LOVE the idea of having a cheesecake layer – that’s brilliant! xx

    Reply
    • lindaandkent1@gmail.com says

      2019-03-05 at 6:32 pm

      and it was not as heavy as I expected. Rich but not too heavy

      Reply

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