A Lammle's community recipe for carrot cake cheesecake bars.
We all need a little treat at Easter right? Just us? Well if you like Easter treats as much as we do, you’re going to adore these Carrot Cake Cheesecake Bars. They’re perfect for everyone, even the Easter Bunny!
INGREDIENTS
For the Carrot Cake Layer:
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups finely grated carrots (about 2-3 medium carrots)
• ½ cup chopped walnuts; optional
For the Cheesecake layer:
• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup sour cream
• Optional topping: chopped walnuts/pecans, or grated carrots
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit, and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Making the Carrot Cake Layer:
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in the grated carrots and chopped walnuts if you’re using those. Pour the carrot cake batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly for a smooth base.
3. Making the Cheesecake Layer:
In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream, mixing until fully combined. Then, carefully pour the cheesecake mixture over the carrot cake batter, spreading it evenly.
4. Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the cheesecake layer into the carrot cake layer, creating a marbled effect.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the centre is slightly jiggly but firm. Let the bars cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least two hours, or until fully cooled and set.
6. Once chilled, cut into squares and top with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of chopped walnuts, pecans, or grated carrots if desired.
These carrot cake cheesecake bars are the perfect blend of the two classic desserts. They’re rich, creamy, and bursting with flavour, making them a wonderful treat for your Easter celebration this year!
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