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Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling

This tender, moist Carrot Cake Roll filled with creamy frosting is a delightful dessert perfect for any gathering, offering a warm touch of nostalgia and Southern hospitality.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups finely grated carrots
For the frosting
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs and sugar for about 3-4 minutes until pale and thick.
  4. Mix in the oil and vanilla, then fold in the grated carrots.
  5. Sift in the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, until it springs back when touched.
Rolling
  1. While the cake is still warm, invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  2. Roll the cake up with the towel from the short side and let it cool completely.
Frosting
  1. Beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  2. Add the powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla, mixing until creamy.
Assembly
  1. Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese filling evenly across it.
  2. Roll the cake back up without the towel, seam side down.
  3. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Wrap any leftover cake in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container to keep it fresh for 3-5 days. Rolling gently but firmly helps to prevent tearing, and covering any tears with frosting works well. Fresh carrots add a big difference in flavor, and feel free to mix in toasted nuts or coconut for extra crunch.