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Cozy Carrot Cake Swiss Roll Recipe with Easy Spiced Cream Cheese Filling

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A light and airy carrot cake rolled with a smooth, spiced cream cheese filling, perfect for cozy gatherings and quick homemade treats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for GF option)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (110g) finely grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grate carrots finely and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar on high with an electric mixer until pale, thick, and fluffy.
  4. Slowly mix in vegetable oil and vanilla extract until combined.
  5. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients using a spatula. Fold in grated carrots and nuts if using. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cake springs back lightly and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Immediately invert cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off parchment paper. Roll cake and towel together from short edge into a log. Let cool completely rolled up.
  8. Beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt; mix until creamy and fluffy.
  9. Unroll cooled cake gently. Spread cream cheese filling evenly over surface, leaving a small border.
  10. Roll cake back up tightly, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Roll the cake while warm with a towel to prevent cracking. Finely grate carrots for a tender texture. Soften cream cheese and butter before mixing filling. Chill the roll for at least 1 hour to set filling and ease slicing. Powdered sugar dusting on top adds a pretty touch. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and butter alternatives. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend with xanthan gum.

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Keywords: carrot cake, swiss roll, cream cheese filling, spiced cake, easy dessert, cozy dessert, autumn dessert

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