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Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling

Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling

from 100krecipes.com
82 min
10 servings

With this Carrot Cake Roll recipe, you get all the amazing flavors of a carrot cake, without all the hassle of a layer cake.

Ingredients

  • ground cinnamon
    2 tsp
  • all-purpose flour
    ¾ c
  • baking powder
    1 tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • ground ginger
    ½ tsp
  • nutmeg
    ¼ tsp
  • ground cloves
    ⅛ tsp
  • eggs
    3 large
  • granulated sugar
    ½ c
  • vegetable oil
    2 tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • carrots

    shredded

    3 medium
  • confectioners sugar
    1 c
  • package cream cheese

    softened

    1
  • salted butter

    softened

    6 tbsp
  • vanilla extract
    1 tsp
  • confectioners sugar
    3 c
  • vanilla extract
    ½ tsp
  • milk
    10 tbsp

Directions

For the cake:

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees

  2. 2

    Prepare a 15 x 10-inch jelly roll pan by greasing lightly and lining with parchment paper. Allow some parchment paper to hang over the sides of the pan

  3. 3

    Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves in a medium bowl

  4. 4

    Whisk eggs and sugar together in a large bowl until combined well

  5. 5

    Add vegetable oil, vanilla, and shredded carrots into the egg mixture and whisk again until combined

  6. 6

    Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and fold gently using a spatula until just combined

  7. 7

    Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread out into one even layer

  8. 8

    Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes

  9. 9

    Remove carefully from the oven and carefully transfer the cake onto a clean tea towel using the parchment paper

  10. 10

    Remove the parchment paper layer and carefully roll the cake lengthwise into a tight log (the tea towel will be rolled in the cake)

  11. 11

    Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool completely

For the cream cheese filling:

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese and softened butter until smooth

  2. 2

    Slowly add in confectioners sugar and vanilla, whisking until completely combined

  3. 3

    Unroll the cake carefully, and evenly spread out the filling onto the cake making sure to leave about 1 inch of space on each side

  4. 4

    Re-roll the cake back into a log and wrap tightly with plastic wrap

  5. 5

    Allow the cake to chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving

  6. 6

    Remove cake when ready to serve, mix glaze ingredients together, drizzle over the cake, and slice!

About this Recipe

Indulge in Our Easy Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting

Craving the comforting, spiced flavors of classic carrot cake but don't have time for a multi-layer masterpiece? Our Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling is your perfect solution! This recipe delivers all the moist, tender cake and luscious, tangy cream cheese frosting you adore, elegantly rolled into a beautiful, fuss-free dessert. It's an ideal choice for a special brunch, a stunning dessert, or simply a delightful treat to share with loved ones.

What makes this Carrot Cake Roll truly special is its incredible balance of flavor and ease. The cake itself is infused with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, complemented by fresh, sweet shredded carrots. The rich, velvety cream cheese frosting filling provides a perfect counterpoint, making every bite absolutely irresistible. Forget complicated stacking; rolling the warm cake creates a beautiful spiral that impresses without the stress.

Tips for a Perfect Carrot Cake Roll

  • Shred those Carrots Fine: For the best texture in your cake, make sure your carrots are finely shredded. This helps them integrate seamlessly into the batter and keeps the cake incredibly moist.
  • Roll While Warm: The key to preventing cracks is to roll the cake while it's still warm, right after it comes out of the oven. This makes it pliable and easy to shape.
  • Don't Overmix: Mix the batter just until combined to ensure a tender, soft cake. Overmixing can lead to a tough texture.

Delicious Variations & Serving Suggestions

This versatile Carrot Cake Roll can be customized to your liking. Consider adding a half cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the cake batter for an extra layer of crunch. A handful of golden raisins can also be a delightful addition, bringing a touch of chewy sweetness. For an elevated flavor, a hint of orange zest in either the cake or the cream cheese filling can brighten the entire dish. Serve chilled with a dusting of confectioners' sugar for an elegant presentation, perfect alongside a cup of coffee or tea. This delightful Carrot Cake Roll is guaranteed to be a hit!

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