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Christmas Roll Cake

Delicious Christmas Roll Cake Recipe to Brighten Your Holidays

A stunning Christmas Roll Cake featuring a light sponge with cranberry filling, perfect for your holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Provides structure and lightness; all-purpose flour can be substituted.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiration date.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Sea salt can be used for added flavor.
For the Filling and Topping
  • 1 cup Cranberry Filling Can be swapped with raspberry jam or lemon curd.
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Use heavy cream for stability.
  • Festive Toppings (e.g., crushed nuts, berries) Use your creativity.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Kitchen Towel
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Roll Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper and lightly greasing it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: cake flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir them together until evenly mixed.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat your eggs vigorously until they become pale and thick, about 3-5 minutes. Gradually fold into the dry mixture.
  4. Carefully pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it into an even layer.
  5. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
  6. Immediately flip the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Roll the cake and towel together.
  7. Once cooled, gently unroll the cake while still leaving it attached to the towel. Spread the cranberry filling evenly.
  8. Roll the cake back up without the towel and place it seam-side down on a serving plate.
  9. Spread or pipe whipped cream over the top of the rolled cake.
  10. Sprinkle your favorite festive toppings over the whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the cake to chill in the refrigerator before serving to enhance its flavors.

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