Easy Christmas Cake Roll
A delightful festive cake roll made with a light sponge cake and creamy filling, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for the cake
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for the filling
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract for the filling
For Decoration
- 4 ounces white chocolate melted
- Red and green sprinkles for festive decoration
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Pan: Grease your jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
Baking the Cake
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Beat the Eggs: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract into the egg mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
- Cool the Cake: Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Turn the baked cake onto the towel and roll it up. Let it cool completely.
Making the Filling and Assembly
- Prepare the Filling: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fill the Cake: Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese filling evenly.
- Re-Roll the Cake: Gently re-roll the cake without the towel.
- Decorate: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the rolled cake and sprinkle with red and green decorations.
Serving
- Slice the cake into 1-2 inch thick pieces and serve with optional garnishes.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days in the fridge or freeze for one month. Consider variations like chocolate or fruit fillings.