Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Homemade Carrot Cake Roll, featuring a soft, spongy cake rolled around a luscious cream cheese frosting. Infused with warm hints of cinnamon and fresh grated carrots, this elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or an afternoon tea with friends. Each slice offers a burst of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Ingredients

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1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
3 large eggs (room temperature)
1 1/2 cups finely grated carrots (about 3 medium carrots)
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz block cream cheese (softened)
2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until combined.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Mix in grated carrots and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula to maintain an airy texture.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and springy to touch.
While cooling slightly, whip cream cheese with powdered sugar and remaining vanilla until smooth. Spread evenly on cooled cake, then carefully roll it up from one end using a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
Wrap the rolled cake in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before slicing.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
Calories: 230
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in crushed pineapple or chopped nuts into the batter. Flavor the cream cheese frosting with orange zest for a refreshing twist. Ensure the cake is completely cooled before adding frosting for easy rolling.