Description
A delightful combination of moist carrot cake and creamy cheesecake filling, topped with a sweet glaze.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together oil, eggs, grated carrots, and crushed pineapple.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While the cakes are baking, prepare the cheesecake filling by beating together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.
- Once the cakes are cool, spread the cheesecake filling between the layers.
- For the glaze, melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Drizzle the glaze over the top of the cake before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to let the cakes cool completely before adding the cheesecake filling.
- For added flavor, you can include raisins or coconut in the carrot cake batter.
- This cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Honeybun Carrot Cake, Cheesecake Filling, Carrot Cake Recipe, Dessert