Easter cheesecake stuffed carrot bundt cake
Need a unique Easter treat to take to family dinner? This will be a crowd favorite. I made this for our family Easter and everyone loved it!
14 oz can crushed pineapple in natural juice
unsalted butter , for greasing
1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
CHEESECAKE STUFFING:
12 oz cream cheese block , softened
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 cup white sugar
2 tsp lemon zest
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 large egg , at room temperature
BATTER:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
2 tsp cinnamon powder
2/3 cup milk ,
1 tsp white vinegar
3 large eggs , at room temperature
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light olive oil
2 cups shredded carrot ,
THICK CREAM CHEESE GLAZE:
4 oz cream cheese , softened
2 tbsp unsalted butter , softened
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar , sifted
1 1/2 tbsp milk
1 tbsp lemon juice
DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 400, grease 12 cup budnt pan with butter then lightly dust with cocoa powder.
2. Drain pineapple in a colander, pressing out excess juice. Save the juice for later.
3. Cheesecake filling- Beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon, and vanilla. Add in flour just until mixed. Add egg and mix well. Put in a piping bag and sit in the refrigerator.
4. Batter- whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl. In a separate bowl mix the milk, vinegar, eggs, brown sugar, olive oil and 1/4 cup of the pineapple juice. Whisk until smooth, then stir in the crushed pineapple, shredded carrot. Pour this over the flour mixture and gently stir until combined.
5. Assembling- pour around 2.5 cups in the pan. Pipe a ring directly onto of the batter, avoiding the edges of the pan. Cover with remaining batter.
6. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove, loosely cover with foil and bake another 30 minutes use a skewer to check that the cake is cooked.
7. Let the cake cool for around 20 minutes and add the glaze.
To make the glaze:
Beat the butter, cream cheese, and vanilla until mixed. Add the powdered sugar in until combined.
adjusting thickness- goal is to spoon it and it thickly go down the sides. Beat in milk and lemon. You can add extra milk if needed.
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If you're looking for a truly special Easter dessert to impress your family and friends, this cheesecake-stuffed carrot bundt cake offers a delightful twist on traditional carrot cake. What I love about this recipe is the combination of moist shredded carrots and crushed pineapple in the batter that adds natural sweetness and a hint of tropical flavor. The cheesecake stuffing, made with cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla, brings a creamy, tangy center that contrasts beautifully with the spiced carrot cake. When making this cake, greasing the bundt pan carefully and dusting it with cocoa powder helps the cake release easily after baking while adding a subtle chocolate undertone to the crust. Piping the cheesecake filling in a ring in the batter ensures that you get that wonderful surprise of cheesecake in every slice without it mixing too much into the cake. The two-step baking process — 30 minutes uncovered and then 30 minutes covered with foil — helps the cake cook evenly without burning the edges, while keeping the center nice and moist. After baking, allowing the cake to cool before glazing is key to getting a neat finish. The thick cream cheese glaze is the perfect complement to the cake’s spices and the richness of the cheesecake filling. Using powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, butter, and a touch of lemon juice creates a smooth, luscious topping that softly drips down the sides. In my experience, using freshly grated carrots and quality cream cheese really makes a difference in taste and texture. Also, saving and incorporating some pineapple juice into the batter is a clever way to enhance moisture without adding extra liquid. I recommend serving this cake slightly chilled or at room temperature alongside a cup of tea or coffee for a wonderful Easter afternoon treat. This recipe is ideal for those who want to offer a unique, homemade dessert that combines the best of carrot cake and cheesecake. It’s a recipe that both experienced bakers and beginners can tackle successfully with a bit of patience. Plus, the creative presentation in a bundt shape makes it festive and visually appealing for holiday celebrations.