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    Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Topping

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    Happy first day of April! It's officially what I like to call, carrot cake season. So let me start off by asking, do you like carrot cake? Do you like cheesecake? If you answered yes to both, then you, my friend, are in for a treat. Let me introduce super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with cheesecake topping into your life. It truly is the ultimate spring dessert.

    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make Super Moist Carrot Cake

    There are a few secrets to follow to get that perfectly moist carrot cake.

    1. Lots of grated carrots and I mean lots. The key here is also to shred the carrots, and then chop the shredded bits into smaller pieces. This will help ensure that the carrots are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
    2. Adding the cheesecake topping add extra moistness. The reason is that the cheesecake layer adds a little barrier which helps trap extra moisture inside the cake.
    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com
    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com

    Cheesecake Topping

    Initially, I was planning to make a carrot cheesecake which is basically carrot cake and cheesecake batter poured into a pan in even layers and swirled into each other. The only problem was that I didn't have enough cream cheese and of course they are all out in the store, along with everything else. I thought of just making the cake with cream cheese frosting but I really wanted my cheesecake fix. So this thinner cheesecake topping was born. And it has changed my carrot cake life forever.

    It is just the right amount of cheesecake to complement each slice of carrot cake, without overpowering it and essentially turning it into a carrot cheesecake. Plus, since it's just on the topping, I like think that this cake is healthy-ish. Are you with me?

    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com
    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Topping

    1. make the cake batter - made using carrots, flour, eggs, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
    2. make the cheesecake topping - made using cream cheese, Greek yogurt, sugar, vanilla, and eggs.
    3. assemble and bake - pour the cake batter into a springform pan, and pour the cheesecake batter on top.
    4. cool down - let the cheesecake topping set and solidify.
    5. serve 
    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Store Carrot Cake

    This cake can be stored for up to 5 days an air tight container in the refrigerator. You can also store this cake in the freezer for up to 3 months, tightly double-wrapped with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and placed in an airtight container. Just let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator once you are ready to serve it.

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    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert. | aheadofthyme.com

    Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Topping


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    5 from 6 reviews

    • Author: Sam | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
    • Yield: 8-inch cake
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Super moist and perfectly spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake topping is flavourful, comforting, and the perfect homemade spring dessert.


    Ingredients

    Carrot Cake:

    • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
    • ⅓ cup butter, melted
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1 + ½ cups carrot, shredded and chopped fine (approximately 2 medium carrots)

    Cheesecake Topping:

    • 1 + ½ packages cream cheese (375 g total), softened
    • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 large eggs

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
    2. In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla and eggs, and whisk until smooth. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and stir with a spatula until just combined. Fold in the shredded carrot until evenly distributed. Set aside.
    3. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, yogurt, sugar and vanilla and mix together with a hand mixer until well blended. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until just blended. Do not overmix to avoid cracking during baking.
    4. Pour the carrot cake batter into a greased 8-inch springform pan and smooth the top. Pour the cheesecake batter on top. Bake for 45 minutes. Turn off the oven and let it cool down in the oven for another 30 minutes. Do not open the oven during the cool down period as sudden temperature drops will cause cracking on the cheesecake topping.
    5. Remove from the oven and let cake cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for 4 hours, or overnight.

    Notes

    You can store this carrot cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. To freeze, tightly double-wrap the cheesecake with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and then place in an airtight container.

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 45 minutes (+30 minutes cool down)
    • Category: Cake
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: carrot cake, carrot cake cheesecake, cheesecake topping, easter cake, carrot dessert

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    I'd love to see! Tag me @aheadofthyme on Instagram.

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    Comments

    1. Carrie Jacobs says

      June 30, 2020 at 1:03 pm

      Already shared how this came out on instagram, but everyone LOVED it! Really the best of both worlds, and so simple.

      ★★★★★

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      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        July 01, 2020 at 9:37 am

        Thank you so much Carrie! So glad you liked the recipe 🙂

        Reply
    2. Jacque Hastert says

      April 06, 2020 at 2:28 pm

      The best of two worlds! I love cheesecake and carrot cake! Can't wait to make this for Easter.

      ★★★★★

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      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        April 09, 2020 at 3:46 pm

        It's a pretty amazing combination! Let me know how it goes 🙂

        Reply
    3. Jenni LeBaron says

      April 05, 2020 at 9:35 pm

      I love that this carrot cake is topped with cheesecake instead of frosting! This is one delicious and gorgeous cake. I can't wait to make this for a delicious spring treat!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        April 09, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        We love it too! Let me know if you make it 😀

        Reply
    4. Analida Braeger says

      April 03, 2020 at 3:11 pm

      Spice cake is always a favorite at out house! Thanks so much for sharing a great recipe!

      ★★★★★

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      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        April 03, 2020 at 11:11 pm

        We love it too! You are so welcome 🙂

        Reply
    5. Danielle says

      April 03, 2020 at 9:47 am

      I am experimenting with carrot cakes a lot lately. There is just something about them that helps me get through these days, so I am excited I've stumbled upon yours. It certainly looks amazing!

      ★★★★★

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      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        April 03, 2020 at 11:10 pm

        Thank you! Carrot cakes are the best! Let me know how it turns out if you make it 🙂

        Reply
    6. Amanda says

      April 02, 2020 at 8:25 pm

      Carrot cake is my favorite! This frosting recipe sounds so good. I cannot wait to try!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

        April 03, 2020 at 11:06 pm

        You and me both! Let me know how it goes if you try it 🙂

        Reply

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