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Carrot Cake Roll

A delightful dessert combining warm flavors of carrots and spices in a fluffy cake, rolled with creamy frosting, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treat
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use a spoon to measure for accuracy.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder This helps the cake rise beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Works with the baking powder for soft texture.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warm flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
  • 3 large eggs Fresh eggs will yield the best results.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake perfectly.
  • 1 cup grated carrots Freshly grated provides the best texture.
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Optional; adds crunch if you like!
Frosting Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Creamy filling that makes the cake pop.
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Helps create a smooth frosting.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the filling to perfection.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to the flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick. Mix in the flour mixture, grated carrots, and walnuts.
  4. Pour the batter into your prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when gently touched.
Cooling and Filling
  1. As soon as it’s out, roll the cake with the parchment paper and let it cool completely.
  2. For the filling, mix cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the cream cheese frosting, and roll it up again.
  4. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, measure your ingredients carefully. Let the cake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting the filling. You can also add spices like nutmeg for additional flavor.