Surprise Inside Carrot Cake
Discover the ultimate dessert delight with this "Surprise Inside Carrot Cake" recipe that’s as showstopping as it is delicious. Featuring a moist and spiced carrot cake bursting with the flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this recipe adds a unique twist with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese filling baked right into the center. Grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts bring texture and natural sweetness to each bite, while the surprise filling creates a visually stunning reveal when sliced. Perfect for celebrations or indulgent treats, this cake requires just 30 minutes of prep time and is easy enough for bakers of all skill levels. Add a light dusting of powdered sugar or creamy frosting on top for a bakery-worthy finish, and serve up this crowd-pleasing dessert that’s destined to become a family favorite. Keywords: carrot cake, surprise inside cake, cream cheese filling, moist carrot cake, easy dessert recipes.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1.25 cups vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups grated carrots
- 0.5 cups crushed pineapple (drained)
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch Bundt pan or two 9-inch round cake pans.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the grated carrots, crushed pineapple, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
In another bowl, prepare the cream cheese filling by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Pour half of the carrot cake batter into the prepared pan(s). Then, spoon the cream cheese mixture over the center of the batter, avoiding the edges. Finish by pouring the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer, ensuring it is fully covered.
Place the pan(s) in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake (avoiding the cream cheese center) comes out clean.
Remove the cake(s) from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 15 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optionally, decorate the cooled cake with a cream cheese frosting, a dusting of powdered sugar, or additional chopped walnuts.
Slice and serve, revealing the surprise cream cheese layer inside!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5791 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 401.6 g | 515% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.3 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 168.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 995 mg | 332% | |
| Sodium | 3105 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 516.0 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.6 g | ||
| Protein | 74.6 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 17.4 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 1052 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
