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Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting

Delicious Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Bliss

Experience the delightful Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting, a perfect blend of nostalgia and elegance.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 large Eggs substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water for vegan
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar or sugar substitute for lower calories
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil unsweetened applesauce for lower-fat version
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots pre-shredded carrots can be used but chopped for even distribution
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour using gluten-free flour makes it gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adjust based on personal taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg adjust based on personal taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Ginger adjust based on personal taste
For the Frosting
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese vegan alternatives like cashew cream cheese are available
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter substitute with vegan butter for dairy-free
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar use erythritol for a lower-sugar option

Equipment

  • Jelly roll pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gradually mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Fold this mixture into the wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in grated carrots until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
  7. Remove from oven, cool for a few minutes, then roll the cake in a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel.
  8. Let the rolled cake cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  9. Prepare the frosting by mixing cream cheese, butter, and powdered sugar until creamy.
  10. Unroll the cake and spread an even layer of frosting, then roll it back up.
  11. Chill the rolled cake in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing.
  12. Serve and enjoy your Carrot Cake Roll with a warm beverage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results. Don’t overmix the batter to keep the cake light and fluffy.

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