Description
This Christmas Cake Roll is a delightful and festive dessert that’s perfect for the holiday season. With a soft, swirled sponge cake and a creamy, indulgent filling, it’s sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
– 3 large eggs
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
2. – In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. – Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
5. – Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
6. – Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is lightly golden and springs back when touched.
7. – While the cake is baking, prepare the filling by beating the cream cheese, powdered sugar, butter, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth and creamy.
8. – Once the cake is done, immediately invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.
9. – Working quickly, spread the filling evenly over the warm cake. Starting from the short end, tightly roll up the cake, using the towel to help.
10. – Carefully transfer the rolled cake to a serving plate, seam-side down.
11. – Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
– For best results, use room temperature ingredients for the filling.
– Dust the cake roll with additional powdered sugar just before serving, if desired.
– This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American