Carrot Cake Roll

Introduction

Carrot Cake Roll is a delightful dessert that combines the warm flavors of carrot cake with the fun of a roll. It’s soft, fluffy, and filled with creamy goodness. This cake is not just tasty; it’s also a great way to use up some carrots lying in your fridge.

Why Make This Recipe

You should make this Carrot Cake Roll because it’s incredibly easy and delicious! It’s perfect for family gatherings or a fun weekend treat. Plus, who can resist a cake that looks as good as it tastes? Everyone will love it, from kids to adults.

How to Make Carrot Cake Roll

Making a Carrot Cake Roll is simple! Just follow these steps, and you’ll have a beautiful dessert that’s sure to impress.

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups carrots, grated
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons salted sweet cream butter, softened
1 3/4 cups powdered sugar (for the filling)
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (for the filling)
1 cup powdered sugar (for the glaze)
2 tablespoons milk

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, ginger, and nutmeg.
In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla and vegetable oil, then add the dry ingredients.
Fold in the grated carrots. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
After baking, immediately turn the cake onto a linen tea towel dusted with powdered sugar. Roll up the cake with the towel and let it cool.
For the filling, beat the cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
Unroll the cooled cake, spread the filling evenly, and roll it back up without the towel.
For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over the cake.
Slice and enjoy!

How to Serve Carrot Cake Roll

Serve the Carrot Cake Roll chilled or at room temperature. It’s great for dessert after a family meal or as a snack with your afternoon tea or coffee.

How to Store Carrot Cake Roll

Store any leftover Carrot Cake Roll in the refrigerator. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. It should last for about 3-5 days.

Tips to Make Carrot Cake Roll

Make sure to finely grate the carrots so they blend well into the batter.
Don’t skip dusting the tea towel with powdered sugar; it prevents the cake from sticking.
If you want a little extra flavor, add chopped nuts or raisins to the batter.

Variation

You can swap out the cream cheese filling for whipped cream or use different spices, like nutmeg or allspice, to change the flavor. A chocolate glaze instead of a powdered sugar glaze would also be delicious!