This strawberry cream roll is a light and airy dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It features a fluffy sponge cake filled with a luscious cream and fresh strawberries, creating a delightful combination of flavors. The recipe is easy to follow and will surely be a hit with everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Fold in the dry ingredients and water, then add vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
- Lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and sprinkle powdered sugar on top.
- Invert the cake onto the towel, remove parchment paper, and roll up the cake with the towel.
- Let the cake cool completely while rolled up.
- In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully unroll the cake and spread the cream on top, leaving a border around the edges.
- Arrange sliced strawberries over the cream, then roll up the cake without the towel.
- Refrigerate the strawberry cream roll for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy this delightful dessert with a cup of coffee or tea!
Interesting Facts
You can customize the filling with different fruits like raspberries or blueberries.
This dessert is perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
The sponge cake can be made ahead of time and frozen for up to a month.