Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of this traditional Christmas Cake Roll – a moist, festive sponge cake wrapped around a creamy, rich filling. Perfect for holiday parties, gifting, and satisfying sweet cravings.
Ingredients
– 3 eggs
– 3/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup cocoa powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. – Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
2. – In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. – In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. – Gently 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, lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it generously with powdered sugar.
8. – As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, carefully invert it onto the prepared towel. Gently peel off the parchment paper.
9. – Starting from the short end, tightly roll up the cake in the towel. Allow to cool completely.
10. – In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Stir in the vanilla.
11. – Unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface.
12. – Carefully re-roll the cake without the towel.
13. – Dust the top with powdered sugar and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature ingredients. Substitute other fillings, such as whipped cream or fruit preserves, if desired. Cake can be made a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American