Vanilla Cake Roll

Delightfully light and irresistibly fluffy, this Vanilla Cake Roll is a timeless dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring a delicate sponge cake infused with pure vanilla extract, this roll is wrapped around a luscious, buttery cream filling for a treat that melts in your mouth. The recipe's secret lies in its simple yet precise techniques, like whipping the eggs to perfection for maximum airiness and rolling the cake while warm for a flawless spiral design. Complete with a dusting of powdered sugar, this homemade classic is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just under an hour and serving up to eight, it’s an easy yet impressive centerpiece for your dessert table. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a sweet midweek indulgence, this Vanilla Cake Roll is sure to become your go-to dessert recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:42 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 95 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 60 ml whole milk
• 20 grams powdered sugar
• 100 grams unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides.

Step 2

In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

Using an electric mixer, beat the eggs on high speed for about 5 minutes until they become thick and lemon-colored.

Step 4

Gradually add granulated sugar to the eggs while continuing to beat on medium speed. Then, mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Slowly add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, beating on low speed just until combined. Gently fold in milk.

Step 6

Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan using an offset spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.

Step 8

While the cake bakes, dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar.

Step 9

Once the cake is done, promptly turn it out onto the sugared towel. Peel off the parchment paper carefully.

Step 10

Starting with a short side, gently roll the cake along with the towel into a tight spiral. Leave it rolled in the towel to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 11

Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add powdered sugar until fully incorporated.

Step 12

Mix in heavy cream and beat until the filling is light and fluffy.

Step 13

Once the cake is cooled, carefully unroll it and spread the filling evenly over the inside surface.

Step 14

Re-roll the cake without the towel and place seam-side down on a serving platter.

Step 15

Dust the cake roll with additional powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(617.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1957.2

Total Fat 114.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 999.7mg	0%
Sodium 1368.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 123.3g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 236.5IU	0%
Calcium 223.0mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 501.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 40.8%