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Strawberry Christmas Roll Cake

A festive roll cake featuring tender sponge, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries—a perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 4 large large eggs, room temperature Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better volume.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Fresh strawberries or mint leaves (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan, lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar on high speed until pale and fluffy.
  3. Fold in the vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the egg mixture.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
  6. Remove from the oven and roll the warm cake in a towel dusted with powdered sugar. Let it cool completely.
Filling and Assembly
  1. Whip the cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
  2. Fold in the finely chopped strawberries into the whipped cream.
  3. Unroll the cooled cake and spread the sweet cream mixture evenly across it.
  4. Re-roll the cake tightly and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Serving
  1. Dust the roll cake with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh strawberries or mint leaves.
  2. Slice and serve chilled, alongside cocoa or spiced tea.

Notes

Store leftovers wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Can be made a day ahead.