This vegan carrot cake roll is soft, moist, and flavorful. Moreover, it is dairy-free, eggless, and perfect for desserts or special occasions.
Vegan carrot cake roll is tender, lightly spiced, and beautifully rolled. Moreover, it combines the warmth of carrot cake with a creamy filling. As a result, it becomes an elegant dessert that is surprisingly easy to make.
🛒 Ingredients
Cake
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup finely grated carrot
- ½ cup sugar or coconut sugar
- ⅓ cup plant-based milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling
- ¾ cup vegan cream cheese or thick coconut cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Meanwhile, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt in a bowl.
- Next, whisk plant milk, oil, sugar, vanilla, and grated carrot in another bowl.
- Then, combine wet and dry ingredients gently until smooth.
- After that, spread the batter evenly on the prepared tray.
- Now, bake for 12–15 minutes until set.
- Then, roll the cake gently while warm using parchment paper.
- Meanwhile, prepare the filling by mixing all filling ingredients until smooth.
- Finally, unroll the cake, spread filling evenly, and roll again before slicing.
✨ Tips for a Perfect Cake Roll
- Firstly, grate carrots finely for a smooth texture.
- Additionally, roll the cake while warm to prevent cracking.
- However, avoid overbaking, because dryness makes rolling difficult.
- For neat slices, chill the roll for 30 minutes before cutting.
🔄 Variations
- Nutty Version: Add finely chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Spiced Roll: Increase cinnamon and add ginger for warmth.
- Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend.
- Orange Twist: Add orange zest to the batter for freshness.
💪 Health Benefits
Carrots are rich in beta-carotene and antioxidants. Moreover, plant-based ingredients keep this dessert lighter. Consequently, it is a healthier alternative to traditional cake rolls.
- Supports eye health
- Contains fiber and antioxidants
- Dairy-free and cholesterol-free
- Made with simple plant ingredients
📊 Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approx.)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 14 g
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
Kids enjoy mild sweetness. Therefore, reduce spices slightly. Additionally, spread filling thinly to avoid overpowering flavors. For fun, decorate slices with grated carrot or sprinkles.
