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Carrot Cake Roll

A delightful twist on traditional carrot cake, this Carrot Cake Roll is moist, flavorful, and filled with a creamy layer, making it perfect for celebrations or casual gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups grated carrots
For the filling
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a jelly roll pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually stir in the vegetable oil until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the egg blend, and carefully fold in the grated carrots until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
  2. Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. While the cake bakes, prepare a clean kitchen towel and dust it with powdered sugar.
  4. After the cake is done, carefully invert it onto the towel and roll it up with the towel inside to cool.
Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  2. Once the cake is fully cooled, gently unroll it from the towel and spread the filling evenly across the surface.
  3. Roll the cake back up without the towel and chill in the refrigerator for one hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g

Notes

For variations, you can substitute grated zucchini for a different moisture level, or use applesauce instead of oil for a lighter version. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for elegance.

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