Description
Easter Cake Roll is a festive and delicious dessert featuring a light sponge cake filled with a creamy, whipped filling. The cake is rolled up and dusted with powdered sugar, making it an elegant treat perfect for Easter celebrations. Customizable with food coloring, this cake is sure to be the star of your springtime dessert table!
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
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3 large eggs
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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Powdered sugar (for dusting)
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For the Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup heavy whipping cream (or whipped topping)
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- Optional: A few drops of food coloring for a pastel look (optional for decoration)
Instructions
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Make the Cake:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
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Beat the eggs on high speed for 5 minutes until thick and pale. Gradually add the sugar, beating for 2-3 more minutes. Stir in vanilla extract.
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Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Fold them gently into the egg mixture.
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Pour into the pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
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Once baked, immediately turn the cake onto a towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper and roll the cake with the towel inside. Let cool.
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Make the Filling:
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Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, beating until creamy.
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Whip the cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
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Assemble the Cake:
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Once the cake is cool, unroll it gently. Spread the filling evenly over the cake, leaving a small border.
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Roll the cake back up carefully without the towel and refrigerate for 1 hour.
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Decorate and Serve:
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Dust with powdered sugar before serving. Optionally, decorate with food coloring, sprinkles, or chocolate eggs for an Easter touch.
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Notes
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Customize with different fillings like fruit or chocolate for a unique twist.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.