Description
This Cheesecake Loaf Cake is a dreamy, fluffy dessert that combines the best of two worlds: a moist loaf cake with a rich, creamy cheesecake layer. Perfect for any occasion, it’s easy to make and sure to impress your guests. With its soft texture and tangy sweetness, this cake will be the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan (8x4 inches) with parchment paper or cooking spray.
- Make the Cake Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, and vanilla extract, and beat until smooth. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternating with the milk. Set the batter aside.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer: In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Cake: Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared loaf pan. Then, spread the cheesecake mixture evenly on top. Add the remaining cake batter on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy! This cake is best served at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a swirl of fruit compote, like strawberry or raspberry, on top of the cake before baking.
- Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the cheesecake layer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg