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Cheesecake Cake

A rich cheesecake layered between two moist cake layers, perfect for any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Two 9-inch round cake pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the cake pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  7. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  8. Pour half of the cake batter into each prepared pan, then add a layer of cheesecake filling over the batter. Top with the remaining cake batter.
  9. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Serve with a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce, or top with fresh berries.