Description
Carrot Cake Roll is a delightful dessert that perfectly blends the sweet, earthy flavor of grated carrots with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all wrapped in a soft cake and filled with creamy, tangy cream cheese frosting. This stunning roll is not only a feast for the senses but also an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or indulging at home, this Carrot Cake Roll is sure to impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup grated fresh carrots
- 8 oz sugar-free cream cheese (softened)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until frothy. Stir in grated carrots. Combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool slightly before rolling in parchment paper to maintain shape as it cools completely.
- For the filling, blend cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Unroll the cooled cake gently, spread the filling evenly, and re-roll.
- Slice and serve as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch. For an extra flavor twist, consider incorporating orange zest into the batter or filling.
