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Carrot cake roll with cream cheese frosting served on a plate

Carrot Cake Roll with Velvety Cream Cheese Frosting

A delightful dessert that combines the classic flavors of carrot cake with a velvety cream cheese frosting, presented in an eye-catching roll format.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 310 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • ¾ cup All-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp Baking powder
  • ½ tsp Baking soda
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
  • tsp Ground cloves
  • 3 large Eggs
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups Freshly shredded carrots

For the Frosting

  • 8 oz Brick cream cheese, cold
  • 8 Tbsp Unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather and measure all your ingredients. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.

Cook the Base

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices until well combined.

Mix Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed. Gradually incorporate the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.

Combine Mixtures

  • Gently stir the dry mixture into the egg mixture using a spatula. Once combined, fold in the shredded carrots.

Bake the Cake

  • Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10-13 minutes until the cake springs back when lightly pressed.

Roll the Cake

  • Remove from oven and immediately roll the hot cake from the shorter end using the parchment paper. Allow it to cool for 10 minutes in the rolled position.

Prepare Frosting

  • Beat the cold cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Gradually add the room temperature butter, mixing until creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract until fluffy.

Frost the Cake

  • Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese frosting evenly, leaving a one-inch border.

Re-Roll and Chill

  • Re-roll the cake tightly without the parchment paper and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the freezer for about an hour or in the fridge for a couple of hours.
  • Once chilled, use a hot knife to cut into slices and serve.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze.
Keyword Baking, Carrot Cake, Carrot Cake Roll, Cream Cheese Frosting, Dessert Recipe