Description
This Vanilla Swiss Roll is a light and airy sponge cake rolled around a creamy or fruity filling for an elegant dessert with a beautiful swirl. Perfect for tea time, celebrations, or special occasions, it delivers soft vanilla flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup whipped cream or strawberry jam
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs for 4 to 5 minutes until thick, pale, and fluffy.
- Gradually add the sugar while mixing, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a spatula.
- Add the milk and fold carefully until combined without overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until lightly golden and springy to the touch.
- Place a clean kitchen towel on the counter and dust generously with powdered sugar.
- Turn the warm cake onto the towel and carefully peel away the parchment paper.
- Starting from the short end, gently roll the cake with the towel and allow it to cool completely.
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread whipped cream or strawberry jam evenly over the surface.
- Roll the cake back up tightly without the towel and place seam-side down on a serving plate.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Roll the cake while warm to help prevent cracking.
- Do not overmix the batter or the sponge may become dense.
- Whipped cream, jam, or fruit fillings all work well.
- Store refrigerated if using whipped cream filling.
- Use a sharp knife and wipe between slices for cleaner presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
