To begin, set the oven to a temperature of 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare two 9-inch round cake pans by lining them with either parchment paper or round silicone baking mats (which are my personal favorite). Afterward, apply a coat of nonstick cooking spray that contains flour, or alternatively, grease and flour the pans.

Combine all of the dry ingredients in a big mixing bowl. Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl and add the remaining wet ingredients, except for the carrots, stirring until they are just mixed together.

Gently incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until they are just slightly moistened, then add the grated carrots and stir until they are evenly mixed in. It is important not to mix too vigorously.

Distribute the batter evenly into the pans that have been prepared. Tap the pans on the counter a few times to remove any air bubbles. Place in the oven and bake at a temperature of 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean and the cakes start to separate from the sides of the pans.

After baking, leave the cakes in the pans on wire racks for 15 minutes to cool down, and then flip them over onto the wire racks to cool completely, which should take approximately 2 hours.

In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1/2 cup of heavy cream and let it sit for 5 minutes. Stir the mixture over low heat until the edges start to bubble and the gelatin becomes smooth. Add the white chocolate and continue stirring until it is melted and smooth. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes, but don't wait too long as you should quickly move on to the next steps to prevent the chocolate from hardening.

In a mixing bowl, beat the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream on medium-high speed until it becomes thick and holds its shape. If you prefer, you can also use a stand mixer and then transfer the whipped cream to a separate bowl.

Attach the paddle accessory to the stand mixer. Mix together the cream cheese and sugar at a medium-high speed for 3 minutes, making sure to scrape the sides of the bowl from time to time.

Lower the speed to medium-low and incorporate the lemon juice and white chocolate combination, mixing until evenly blended, and occasionally scraping the sides of the bowl. Gradually add the whipped cream, delicately folding it in with a rubber spatula.

If necessary, watch the video below. Use a serrated knife to even out the top of each cake after they have cooled. Place one cake round with the cut side facing up into a lightly greased springform pan lined with parchment paper. Keep the second cake round aside. If you do not have a springform pan, refer to the notes.

Spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the cake round in the springform pan. Then, place the cake round that was set aside, with the cut side facing down, on top of the cheesecake. Next, cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, or preferably overnight.

You have the option to prepare the frosting when necessary, or at any time while the cheesecake is cooling. Once prepared, cover and refrigerate it, and then allow it to reach room temperature for about 15 minutes before applying onto the cake.

To make this recipe, first, place butter and sugar in a stand mixer with the paddle attachment. Start with 3 cups of sugar if you are not using pineapple preserves, or 4 cups if you are using them. Beat the mixture on medium-high speed for around 2 minutes or until it becomes fluffy. Then, add cream cheese to the mixture one piece at a time, and beat until it is fully incorporated. Mix in pineapple preserves, vanilla, and salt. If the frosting is too runny, you can add more powdered sugar until it reaches the desired consistency. You can also add small amounts of salt to taste if it is too sweet. If the frosting is too thick, add one tablespoon of heavy cream at a time and continue to beat until the desired consistency is achieved.

Use a slender knife to separate the carrot cake cheesecake from the edges of the springform pan, and then take out the pan. Move the cheesecake onto a serving plate or pedestal.

Apply the frosting evenly onto the cake's top and sides according to your preference.

Cake is best served at room temperature.