Vanilla Christmas Cake Roll
A delightful and festive dessert that's light and fluffy, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Frosting
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and line a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, beat together the eggs and sugar until they are thick and pale.
- Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold this mixture into the egg mixture until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake is lightly golden.
- Prepare a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle it with powdered sugar.
Cooling and Rolling
- When the cake is done, invert it onto the towel, peel off the parchment, and roll it up with the towel inside. Let it cool completely.
Frosting and Assembly
- For the frosting, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla.
- Once the cake is cooled, unroll it and spread the buttercream evenly across the surface.
- Roll the cake back up without the towel and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until it is set.
- Slice and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Store any leftover cake roll in the refrigerator wrapped tightly in plastic wrap to keep it fresh. Best enjoyed within a few days, but can last up to a week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgSugar: 18g
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