Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling
Ingredients
- 2 tspground cinnamon
- ¾ call-purpose flour
- 1 tspbaking powder
- ½ tspsalt
- ½ tspground ginger
- ¼ tspnutmeg
- ⅛ tspground cloves
- 3 largeeggs
- ½ cgranulated sugar
- 2 tbspvegetable oil
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 3 mediumcarrots
shredded
- 1 cconfectioners sugar
- 1package cream cheese
softened
- 6 tbspsalted butter
softened
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 3 cconfectioners sugar
- ½ tspvanilla extract
- 10 tbspmilk
Directions
For the cake:
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees
- 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
Combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves in a medium bowl
- 4
Whisk eggs and sugar together in a large bowl until combined well
- 5
Add vegetable oil, vanilla, and shredded carrots into the egg mixture and whisk again until combined
- 6
Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and fold gently using a spatula until just combined
- 7
Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread out into one even layer
- 8
Bake in preheated oven for 12 minutes
- 9
Remove carefully from the oven and carefully transfer the cake onto a clean tea towel using the parchment paper
- 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
Transfer to a cooling rack and let cool completely
For the cream cheese filling:
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese and softened butter until smooth
- 2
Slowly add in confectioners sugar and vanilla, whisking until completely combined
- 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
Re-roll the cake back into a log and wrap tightly with plastic wrap
- 5
Allow the cake to chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving
- 6
Remove cake when ready to serve, mix glaze ingredients together, drizzle over the cake, and slice!
Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling
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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!