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Carrot Cake Cheesecake

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Rich and creamy Carrot Cake Cheesecake layered with classic carrot cake flavors, warm spices, and smooth cheesecake for a stunning dessert.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 7 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Cheesecake Layer
16 oz (two 8 oz packages) cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup granulated white sugar
2 tsp all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup sour cream
Carrot Cake Layer
1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil
1/3 cup crushed pineapple, drained
2/3 cup granulated white sugar
1/3 cup lightly packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1¼ cups finely grated carrots
1/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans
Cream Cheese Frosting
4 oz cream cheese, softened
4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
Garnish
2/3 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray and set aside.
Prepare the cheesecake layer. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese, sugar, and flour until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until combined. Tap the bowl firmly on the counter several times to remove air bubbles. Set aside.
Prepare the carrot cake batter. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, crushed pineapple, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Mix until almost combined. Fold in grated carrots and chopped pecans until evenly distributed. Tap the bowl on the counter several times to release air bubbles.
Assemble the cheesecake. Pour about 1½ cups of carrot cake batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Add half of the cheesecake mixture in dollops over the batter. Do not spread or swirl. Top with the remaining carrot cake batter, then finish with the remaining cheesecake mixture in dollops.
Bake for 60–65 minutes or until the center is mostly set with a slight jiggle. Tent loosely with foil after about 40 minutes if the top begins browning too quickly.
Cool at room temperature for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
For the frosting, beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add confectioners’ sugar and mix until creamy.
Spread frosting evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish the edges with chopped pecans before serving.

Notes

Refrigerating overnight produces the best texture and flavor.
Drain the crushed pineapple thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
Avoid swirling the layers to maintain the beautiful marbled effect during baking.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Freeze unfrosted cheesecake for up to 2 months.