Easter Cake Roll
A delightful and festive dessert featuring a light sponge cake with a creamy filling, perfect for Easter celebrations and spring gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 4 large large eggs Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better volume.
- ¾ cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar or sugar substitute.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour Sift to incorporate air for a lighter texture.
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup powdered sugar Used for rolling the cake.
For the Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream Use cold for best results.
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar For sweetening the filling.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup pastel-colored sprinkles or mini chocolate eggs For filling.
For Decoration
- ½ cup melted white chocolate For drizzling.
- extra sprinkles or Easter candies For decoration.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and dust lightly with powdered sugar.
Cake Baking
- In a large bowl, whisk 4 large eggs and ¾ cup granulated sugar until thick and pale, about 5-7 minutes.
- Gently fold in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, then sift together ¾ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt, and combine until just blended.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
- Once baked, turn the cake out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar and carefully peel off the parchment. Roll the cake up in the towel and let it cool.
Filling and Cooling
- Whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread the whipped cream filling evenly, and sprinkle ½ cup pastel-colored sprinkles over it.
- Roll the cake back up without the towel.
Decoration and Chilling
- Drizzle the ½ cup of melted white chocolate on top and sprinkle extra candies if desired.
- Place the rolled cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
Serving
- Slice and serve your festive cake on a colorful platter.
Notes
For added flavor, sprinkle in some lemon zest or use almond extract. Customize with different fillings such as fruits or chocolate chips.