Swiss Roll Cake 🍰

Certainly! Here's a recipe for a classic Swiss roll cake that you can make at home.

Classic Swiss Roll Cake Recipe

Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake:

- 4 large eggs

- 100g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 100g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 2 tablespoons milk

For the Filling:

- 250ml (1 cup) heavy whipping cream

- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

- 3-4 tablespoons fruit jam (strawberry, raspberry, or your favorite)

For Decoration (optional):

- Powdered sugar for dusting

- Fresh berries or fruit slices

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends over the edges for easy removal.

2. Prepare the Sponge Cake Batter:

1. Beat the Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on high speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture is pale, thick, and tripled in volume.

2. Add Vanilla: Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.

3. Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter.

4. Add Milk: Gently fold in the milk until just combined.

3. Bake the Sponge Cake:

1. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly.

2. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched and is golden brown.

4. Roll the Cake:

1. Prepare a Towel: While the cake is baking, lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it generously with powdered sugar.

2. Invert the Cake: Once the cake is done, immediately run a knife around the edges to loosen it, then invert the cake onto the prepared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.

3. Roll with Towel: Starting from one of the short ends, roll the cake up with the towel inside. Let it cool completely while rolled up.

5. Prepare the Filling:

1. Whip the Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.

2. Unroll the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, unroll it gently.

6. Fill and Re-roll:

1. Spread Jam: Spread a thin layer of fruit jam over the unrolled cake, leaving a small border around the edges.

2. Add Whipped Cream: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the jam.

3. Re-roll the Cake: Carefully re-roll the cake without the towel this time, making sure the filling stays inside.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

1. Trim Edges: Trim the ends of the Swiss roll for a clean look.

2. Dust with Sugar: Dust the top with powdered sugar.

3. Decorate: Optionally, decorate with fresh berries or fruit slices.

Slice and serve your delicious homemade Swiss roll cake! Enjoy!