Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frost Fillingv

August 15, 2025 by admin

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**For the Cream Cheese Filling:**

* 8 oz cream cheese, softened
* 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
* 1 cup powdered sugar
* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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### Step-by-Step Instructions

**1. Prepare the Cake Roll:**

* Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
* Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
* In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
* In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and sugars until thick and pale (about 3–4 minutes).
* Add vanilla extract and fold in the grated carrots.
* Gradually stir in the dry ingredients just until combined.
* Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.

**2. Roll the Cake:**

* While the cake is baking, lay out a clean kitchen towel and dust it generously with powdered sugar.
* Once the cake is done, immediately turn it out onto the towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper.
* Starting at the short end, gently roll the cake up in the towel. Let it cool completely rolled up — this sets the shape.

**3. Make the Cream Cheese Filling:**

* Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
* Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until light and fluffy.

**4. Assemble the Cake Roll:**

* Once the cake is cool, gently unroll it.
* Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
* Re-roll the cake (without the towel this time), wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing.

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### Tips for Success

* **Grate your carrots finely** – This ensures even texture and moisture in the cake.
* **Don’t overbake** – A dry cake cracks more easily when rolling.
* **Use powdered sugar on the towel** – It prevents sticking and adds a touch of sweetness to the outside.

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### Perfect for Any Occasion

This Carrot Cake Roll is ideal for spring gatherings, Easter, fall dessert tables, or just when you want to treat yourself to a bakery-worthy dessert at home. Serve it chilled for clean slices and a delightful contrast between the moist cake and creamy filling.

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### Final Thoughts

With just the right balance of spice, sweetness, and tangy cream cheese, this **Carrot Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Frosting Filling** delivers classic comfort in a beautiful new form. Once you master the roll, you’ll want to try this technique with all kinds of cake-filling combos — but this one is a timeless favorite.

Ready to roll?

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