Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting
To create this heavenly dessert, you will need the following ingredients:
For the Cake
- Flour: ¾ cup
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Kosher salt: ½ teaspoon
- Ground ginger: ½ teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: ¼ teaspoon
- Ground cloves: ⅛ teaspoon
- Large eggs: 3
- Sugar: ½ cup
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Grated carrots: 3 medium-sized
For the Filling
- Sugar: 1 cup
- Soft cream cheese: 1 pack (8 ounces)
- Soft salted butter: 6 tablespoons
- Pure vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Glaze
- Confectioner’s sugar: 3 cups
- Vanilla extract: ½ teaspoon
- Milk: 10-11 tablespoons
Directions
Let’s go through the steps to prepare this mouthwatering carrot cake roll with cream cheese frosting:
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk well.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until combined.
- Step 4: Add vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and grated carrots to the egg mixture, mixing until combined.
- Step 5: Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until smooth.
- Step 6: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12 minutes or until set.
- Step 7: Remove the cake and using the parchment overhang, lift it onto a wooden cutting board.
- Step 8: While still warm, roll the cake up with the parchment paper inside to help it hold its shape.
- Step 9: Allow the rolled cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
- Step 10: For the filling, mix confectioner’s sugar, cream cheese, butter, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Step 11: Unroll the cake gently and spread the cream cheese filling evenly, leaving edges clear.
- Step 12: Roll the cake back up without the parchment and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
- Step 13: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Step 14: For the glaze, whisk confectioner’s sugar, vanilla, and milk until smooth and pourable.
- Step 15: Drizzle the glaze over the chilled cake before slicing and serving.
FAQs
1. Can I make the carrot cake roll ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the cake a day ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
2. Can I substitute the cream cheese?
For a lighter option, you can use Greek yogurt or whipped cream cheese.
3. How long does the carrot cake roll last?
It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days if properly wrapped.
4. Can I freeze the carrot cake roll?
Yes, you can freeze it. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil for up to 2 months.
5. What can I add to make it more festive?
Consider adding chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or even candied ginger for added flavor!
Conclusion
Carrot cake roll with cream cheese frosting is not just a dessert; it’s an experience of flavors and textures that everyone will love. The enchanting combination of spiced carrot cake and smooth cream cheese filling makes it a delightful dessert for any occasion. Whether for a birthday, holiday, or everyday indulgence, this roll is sure to impress. So don’t hesitate; gather those ingredients and treat yourself and your loved ones to this irresistible dessert!
