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Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

A delightful Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting that transforms a classic dessert into something extraordinary.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 large Eggs Use room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with a sugar alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Substitute with unsweetened applesauce for a lighter version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Consider a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots Pre-shredded carrots can save time.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use plant-based cream cheese for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Use room temperature.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Alternative sweeteners can make it healthier.

Equipment

  • jelly roll pan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper and lightly spraying with nonstick spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes. Add in vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. Whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt in another bowl. Fold into wet ingredients and stir in grated carrots until just combined.
  4. Spread the batter in the prepared jelly roll pan and bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  5. Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar, invert the cake onto the towel, and roll it up tightly while warm.
  6. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until fully incorporated.
  7. Once the cake has cooled, gently unroll it and spread a layer of cream cheese frosting across the surface.
  8. Re-roll the cake without the towel, seam-side down, and slice into pieces. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to roll the cake while still warm to prevent cracking. Use room temperature ingredients for frosting.

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