Carrot Bundt Cake Recipe (2024)

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Published: Apr 01, 2021 Last Updated: Apr 1, 2021

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This is not your ordinary carrot cake recipe. Carrot Bundt Cake is wrapped around a cheesecake filling and covered with cream cheese frosting. It makes an impressive centerpiece for any dessert table!

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Why this Recipe Works

Today’s recipe combines my favorite things: carrot cake, bundt cake and cheesecake!

Okay, FOUR of my favorite things. Frosting. We can’t forget about frosting!

If you’re looking for something a little different for Easter dessert this year, this Carrot Bundt Cake is just the ticket. I have a classic Carrot Cake recipe that’s a family favorite!

I adapted it for a bundt pan and added nuts. Then I stepped up the WOW factor” by adding a ribbon of cheesecake. Who doesn’t love a Carrot cake cheesecake Cake, right?

Top it off with some homemade cream cheese frosting and this is the cake of your dreams.

Or my dreams. Or all our dreams.

I can’t resist sneaking bite after bite of this Carrot Bundt Cake!

Ingredient Notes

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In addition to the usual suspects for cake: flour, sugar, and eggs…

  • Shredded carrots. Shred whole carrots at home for moistest carrot cake. You can shred them with a grater or the grating attachment of your food processor (do not puree).
  • Chopped pecans. You can swap these out for walnuts if you prefer. Or keep them out if you like your cake without nuts. Toast the pecans for best flavor!
  • Vanilla. My How to Make Vanilla Extract is perfect in this cake.

Easy Instructions

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  1. Make the cake batter. Set aside.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling. Set aside.
  3. Assemble the Carrot Bundt Cake by filling the bottom of a greased bundt pan with 3/4 of the cake batter. Spoon the cheesecake layer on top of that. Finally, add the rest of the cake batter over the cheesecake.
  4. Bake for an hour. Let the carrot cake cool completely.
  5. Frost. When the cake is cool, beat together the frosting ingredients. Pipe onto the cake and garnish with more chopped pecans. Slice and enjoy!

Tips and Tricks

  • Use a 12 cup bundt pan. I used this one from Amazon.
  • Don’t forget to spray! Spray the inside of your bundt pan well with baking spray before adding the cake batter or use Homemade Cake Release.
  • Check for doneness. When done baking, the cake should easily pull away from the sides of the bundt pan.
  • Use freshly shredded carrots. Store bought shredded carrots tend to be much drier and will reduce the moistness in the cake.
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Recipe FAQs

Can you make Carrot Cake without nuts?

Yes, feel free to omit the nuts in this bundt cake recipe if you prefer a nut free carrot cake.

Will this recipe work in different cake pans?

This recipe was designed and tested to be baked in a 12 cup bundt pan. Try this classic Carrot Cake Recipe for a traditional cake version. Or check out my Carrot Cake Cupcakes!

Do you have to refrigerate carrot cake?

Once frosted, this cake (and all carrot cake with cream cheese frosting) should be stored in the refrigerator. Left at room temperature for more than a few hours, the cream cheese will soften and melt. Not to mention it has the potential to spoil! Take your Carrot Bundt Cake out of the fridge an hour or so before serving to bring it to room temperature. Or feel free to enjoy it chilled.

How long does carrot cake keep?

Stored in the fridge, this cake stays good for about 4 days. I can never resist eating it all up long before then!

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Carrot Bundt Cake

4.67 from 163 votes

By: Aimee

This is not your ordinary carrot cake recipe. Carrot Bundt Cake is wrapped around a cheesecake filling and covered with cream cheese frosting. It makes an impressive centerpiece for any dessert table!

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 16 servings

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 cups grated carrots or finely shredded
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Filling:

  • 1 package cream cheese, softened 8 ounce
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

For the frosting:

  • 4 ounce cream cheese softened
  • 3 Tablespoon milk
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup Chopped Pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 12 cup bundt pan generously with baking spray. Set aside.

  • In a large bowl, combined all the ingredients for the cake, mixing until well combined. Batter will be very thick! Set aside.

  • For the filling, beat cream cheese with sugar, vanilla and egg until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

  • To assemble, fill bottom of sprayed bundt pan with about 3/4 of the batter. Spoon the cream cheese into the pan, being careful not to let it touch the sides of the pan. Spoon the remaining batter over the cream cheese layer. It’s okay if it doesn’t cover completely.

  • Bake cake in a preheated oven for 60-65 minutes. Cake will be browned and will pull away from the pan when done. Remove from oven and cool for 5-10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.Cool completely before frosting.

  • For the frosting, beat cream cheese, milk and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Pour frosting into a large ziploc bag and snip off the corner. Pipe onto cake, generously. Sprinkle immediately with chopped pecans. ENJOY!

Notes

  • Use a 12 cup bundt pan. I used this one from Amazon.
  • Don’t forget to spray! Spray the inside of your bundt pan well with baking spray before adding the cake batter or use Homemade Cake Release.
  • Check for doneness. When done baking, the cake should easily pull away from the sides of the bundt pan.
  • Use freshly shredded carrots. Store bought shredded carrots tend to be much drier and will reduce the moistness in the cake.
  • STORAGE: Store cake in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 538kcal, Carbohydrates: 61g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 31g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 25g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 67mg, Sodium: 260mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 44g

Course: Cake

Cuisine: American

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The perfect Easter dessert! This Carrot Bundt Cake with cheesecake filling is bound to turn a few heads at your holiday meal.

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FAQs

What makes a Bundt cake different from regular cake? ›

A Bundt cake is baked in a fluted tube pan that is circular with a hole in the middle. It resembles a doughnut. Bundt cakes are deeper than regular cakes. The Bundt cake needs to be more moist than a regular cake because the cake mold heats faster than a regular round or square cake pan.

Does Nothing Bundt Cakes have a carrot cake? ›

Frosted Carrot undecorated 10" cake in a Nothing Bundt Cakes bakery box.

Is there a difference between pound cake and Bundt cake? ›

Bundt cakes typically contain ingredients like cake flour, sugar, eggs, and flavorings, but they often incorporate additional ingredients such as sour cream, yogurt, or buttermilk for added moisture and richness. The result is a cake that is lighter than a traditional pound cake but still rich and delicious.

What is the secret to getting a bundt cake out? ›

Carefully pour very hot water over the towel until it's damp, not dripping. Drape the towel over the tops of the pan and leave it there until the pan is cool enough to handle. The steam will help release the cake from the pan when you go to invert it.

How do you keep a bundt cake moist? ›

To ensure your Bundt cake remains moist and doesn't get dry, do your best to avoid overbaking. Overbaking can lead to a dry and crumbly texture. To prevent this: Begin checking your cake for doneness a few minutes before the recommended baking time is up.

Can you use Pam to grease a bundt pan? ›

Rebel bakers who flout the rules should know that using Pam on nonstick bundt pans without ruining them is all about the cleanup. First, after you've sprayed your pan with Pam and poured in your cake batter, take the time to carefully wipe off every bit of the excess Pam on the edges of the bundt pan.

Do you flip a bundt cake right away? ›

When you remove your cake from the oven, don't flip it out of the pan right away! Instead, let the cake cool for ten minutes in the pan. Then, placing the wire rack over the base of the cake, invert the pan. Peek under the wire rack and see if the cake has dropped out.

What do bakers spray on cakes? ›

This Simple Syrup Recipe is a baker's secret weapon that can be used on cakes, cupcakes, cookies (on rare occasions), and even in my co*cktails! The recipe for simple syrup is easy and can be modified in many ways. And, all you need is water and sugar to make this sweetener.

What is a Tom Cruise bundt cake? ›

The famous Tom Cruise cake is a one-layer Bundt cake made with coconut cake with white chocolate chunks. The round cake is slathered in white cream cheese frosting and coated with heaps of coconut flakes. The White Chocolate Coconut Bundt Cake is made by the family-owned Doan's Bakery in Woodland Hills, California.

What are the ingredients in nothing bundt cakes carrot cake? ›

INGREDIENTS: POWDERED SUGAR (SUGAR, CORNSTARCH), SUGAR, ENRICHED BLEACHED FLOUR (BLEACHED WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, REDUCED IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID, MALTED BARLEY FLOUR), CREAM CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, CAROB BEAN AND/OR XANTHAN AND/OR GUAR GUMS), EGGS (WHOLE EGG, ...

Does Little Debbie make carrot cake? ›

Little Debbie Easter Carrot Cake Rolls, 6-Count | Big Lots.

Can I use angel food cake pan instead of Bundt? ›

Can I bake a bundt cake in an angel food cake pan with a removable bottom? —M.J., Spokane, Washington Yes, indeed, as long as the cake batter fills the pan about two-thirds full. To prevent leaking, wrap the bottom of the outside of the pan with aluminum foil first.

What is the difference between a fluted tube pan and a Bundt pan? ›

Tube pans most often have detachable sides, while bundt pans do not,” says chef and cookbook author Denise Norton, founder of Flavour Cooking School. “A tube pan is round, with deep sides and a hollow center tube that is most notably used for angel food or sponge cakes, which tend to be oil-free and very delicate.

What is a cake with a hole in the middle called? ›

Typically, the recipes used to make bundt cakes are pound, sponge, or butter cake. Almost all bundt cakes have a hole in the center. If you want to have a special presentation of the dessert, you can put other items in the center like ice cream, fruit, or whipped cream.

What is an advantage to using Bundt pans over a regular cake pan? ›

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Bundt pans are a baking essential. Their unique construction allows an even browning on denser cakes, like pound cake, with the well-defined curves that are the hallmark of the form. Bundts now come in the shape of rosettes, castles, and even pine forests.

What is the point of a bundt cake pan? ›

Like its cousin the tube pan, a Bundt pan has a fluted shape that encourages even cooking and browning in cakes. But it's good for so much more than baking. Take advantage of the sturdy construction of this old-fashioned favorite and use it in the freezer, on the grill and beyond.

Does a Bundt pan cook differently? ›

Because Bundt pans are so deep and hold so much cake, Mark says you will have to lengthen the baking time. The oven temperature does not have to change. Most Bundt cake recipes are baked for 60 minutes or more. Check for doneness at the 45-minute mark.

Why do some cakes require a Bundt pan? ›

Using just one 23cm (9-inch) round springform tin would run the risk of the inside of the cake being undercooked, especially as a bundt tin shape allows hot air to circulate through the centre of the cake, helping it to bake evenly.

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