Carrot Cake Cheesecake Swirl

 

 

Carrot Cake Cheesecake Swirl

Ingredients:

For the Carrot Cake:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 cup granulated sugar

- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

- 1/2 cup vegetable oil

- 2 large eggs

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots

- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained

- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

For the Cheesecake Filling:

- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

- 1/2 cup granulated sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 2 large eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and set aside. 

 

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. 

 

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract. 

 

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and nuts if using. 

 

5. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing until just combined.

 

6. Pour half of the carrot cake batter into the prepared springform pan. Spoon half of the cheesecake filling over the batter. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two mixtures together. Repeat with the remaining batter and cheesecake filling, swirling again to create a marbled effect. 

 

7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. 

 

8. Allow the cheesecake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then run a knife around the edge to loosen it. Remove the sides of the springform pan and let the cheesecake cool completely. 

 

9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Baking time: 60 minutes

Chilling time: 4 hours

Total time: 5 hours 20 minutes

Servings: 12 slices