Also known as the jelly roll in the US, a Swiss roll is a classic cake that comes from Central Europe. The cake is made by rolling up a layer of sponge cake filled with some sort of cream or jam. This exquisite vanilla Swiss roll is made with an easy-to-make cream cheese filling and topped with powdered sugar and fresh strawberries.
Prep Time
1 hour and 5 minutes
Ingredients for cake roll:
Method of preparing the filling:
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Let the gelatin sit in the water for 10 minutes. Microwave the gelatin for 15-20 seconds to dissolve. Avoid boiling. Stir in 1 tbsp cream.
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Whisk the sugar, vanilla, and 1 cup cream. Beat on high speed and add the gelatin until stiff peaks form.
Method of preparing the cake roll:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 10x15-inch cake tray with parchment paper.
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Sift the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and cornstarch into a clean bowl.
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Add the eggs, the egg yolk, white sugar, and salt to the bowl, and beat on high speed for 5-6 minutes, until stiff peaks form.
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Add the 2 mixtures together with the vanilla and the melted butter, mix everything well and pour into the cake tray.
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Bake for 10-15 minutes, rotating halfway to ensure even baking. Let the cake cool only a little, lift it from the tray with the parchment and roll it. Secure with an elastic.
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Once cooled, unroll the cake and remove the parchment. Spread the filling in an even layer, leaving a 1-inch border all around.
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Roll again, wrap it up in some plastic wrap, and chill for at least an hour before serving.
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When ready to serve, remove the plastic wrap from the cake, cut off the edges of the cake for a more aesthetic presentation, and dust the roll with powdered sugar. Decorate the top of the cake with strawberry halves.
Source: Theflavorbender.com
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