1tbsppineapple juicereserved from crushed pineapple
Instructions
Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter and set aside.
In a large bowl, beat together 18 oz cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until smooth. Add 1 tbsp flour, 3 eggs, and 2 tsp vanilla, beating until smooth. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix together 3/4 cup oil, 3/4 cup sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla. Add 1 cup flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp cinnamon, and a dash of salt. Fold in 1 cup grated carrots, crushed pineapple, 1/2 cup flaked coconut, and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts.
Spread 1 1/2 cups of carrot cake batter on the bottom of the prepared pan. Alternate spoonfuls of cream cheese and remaining carrot cake batter on top, swirling for a marbled effect.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with moist crumbs. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.
Beat together 2 oz softened cream cheese, 1 tbsp butter, 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar, 1/2 tsp vanilla, 1 tbsp pineapple juice, and a dash of salt until smooth.
Spread frosting evenly over the chilled cheesecake. Refrigerate for 3-4 hours before serving. Remove the sides of the pan, slice, and enjoy cold.
Notes
For best results, chill the cake overnight before frosting. This allows layers to set and flavors to meld.