Honeybun Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Filling
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors found in our Honeybun Carrot Cake with Cheesecake Filling. This stunning dessert combines the moist richness of spiced carrot cake with a creamy cheesecake layer, topped off with a honey-infused cream cheese frosting. Perfect for celebrations or simply as a well-deserved treat, this recipe is an irresistible way to enjoy classic flavors in a modern twist. Each slice offers a beautiful presentation and an unforgettable taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ginger
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup vegetable oil
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups finely grated carrots
- ½ cup crushed pineapple (drained)
- ¾ cup toasted pecans (optional)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (sifted)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F for the cheesecake layer and 350°F for the carrot cake layers.
- Prepare the cheesecake mixture by beating softened cream cheese with sugar, cornstarch, egg, vanilla extract, and sour cream until smooth; bake for 30-35 minutes. Cool completely.
- For the carrot cake layers, whisk together dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another; combine gently before folding in carrots and pineapple.
- Divide batter into prepared pans; bake for 28-32 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Make frosting by mixing softened butter and cream cheese until fluffy; gradually add powdered sugar, followed by honey and vanilla extract.
- Assemble by layering carrot cake, cheesecake filling, and remaining carrot cake; frost top and sides before chilling for at least one hour.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg