This Carrot Cake Cheesecake with Creamy Topping is a rich, layered dessert that combines the warmth of carrot cake with the richness of cheesecake, topped with a fluffy cream cheese frosting.
For the Carrot Cake Base:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots
For the Cheesecake Layer:
2 packages (16 oz) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Creamy Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line a 9-inch springform pan.
Mix the carrot cake ingredients and bake for 30–35 minutes.
Prepare the cheesecake layer and add it to the cake base.
Bake again for 50–60 minutes until set, then cool.
Prepare the whipped cream and frost the cake.