Description

A moist, softly spiced carrot sponge cake rolled with tangy cream cheese frosting for a beautiful, flavorful carrot cake roll that slices cleanly and impresses every time.

Ingredients

3 large eggs (room temperature)

2/3 cup granulated sugar

2 tbsp brown sugar (optional, for depth)

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp vegetable oil

3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or cake flour)

1 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1/4 tsp ground ginger

1/8 tsp ground cloves (optional)

1 1/4 cups finely shredded carrots (excess moisture squeezed out)

8 oz cream cheese (softened)

4 tbsp butter (room temperature)

1 cup powdered sugar (plus more for dusting and rolling)

1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 175-180°C (350°F). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
In another bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar (if using), oil, and vanilla until smooth.
Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until combined, then gently fold in the shredded carrots.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
Immediately invert the hot cake onto a clean kitchen towel generously dusted with powdered sugar. Remove parchment and roll the cake with the towel from a short end. Let cool completely, rolled up (about 1–2 hours).
To make the frosting, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Beat until fluffy and spreadable.
Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread frosting evenly, leaving a border to prevent overflow. Reroll without the towel.
Wrap and chill the roll for at least 30–60 minutes to set.
Before serving, dust with powdered sugar and slice with a sharp knife, wiping between cuts for clean slices.

Notes

Chilling the rolled cake helps with neat slicing and improved flavor.

For extra flavor or texture, add nuts, raisins, coconut, or pineapple.

Lemon zest in frosting adds brightness.

Use a sharp knife and wipe between slices for clean presentation.

Store wrapped in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Prep Time: 30-40 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 210
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 45mg