Description

If you’ve ever struggled to choose between carrot cake and cheesecake—this dessert is your sweet solution. With a moist, spice-infused carrot cake base and a swirl of creamy, tangy cheesecake, this indulgent treat is topped with a whipped cream cheese frosting and crunchy pecans. Whether you need an easy dessert idea for Easter, a showstopping birthday cake, or a cozy autumn bake, this rich and flavorful hybrid satisfies all cravings. It’s a perfect make-ahead recipe, ideal for anyone searching quick breakfast treats, holiday dinner ideas, healthy-ish desserts, or simply a fun new baking project.

Ingredients

2 cups freshly grated carrots

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

2 large eggs

1/2 cup vegetable oil

8 oz cream cheese (softened)

1/2 cup sour cream

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/3 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Topping:

4 oz cream cheese (softened)

2 tbsp powdered sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

3. In another bowl, combine eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla. Stir in grated carrots.

4. In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Mix until creamy.

5. Pour half of the carrot cake batter into the pan. Spoon the cheesecake mixture gently over it. Add remaining carrot cake batter and swirl lightly.

6. Bake for 60–70 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely, then refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.

7. For the topping, beat cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped cream.

8. Spread topping over chilled cake and garnish with pecans.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans before garnishing.

You can use Cool Whip instead of fresh whipped cream for the topping if preferred.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: cheesecake, carrot cake, cream cheese frosting, easy dessert, Easter cake, holiday dessert