Description
Indulge in the festive spirit of Independence Day with this stunning 4th of July Cake Roll. This delightful dessert features a light sponge cake swirled with vibrant red and blue fillings, enveloped in a creamy layer of whipped cream and fresh berries. Perfect for summer gatherings, this showstopper is not only visually appealing but incredibly easy to prepare. Impress your friends and family with this delicious treat that captures the essence of celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (strawberries and blueberries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes). Add vanilla.
- Gently fold in sifted flour and baking powder until combined.
- Spread batter evenly on the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until springy.
- Once baked, flip onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel, remove parchment, and roll tightly using the towel. Cool completely.
- Whip cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread whipped cream, and add mixed berries before re-rolling tightly.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least an hour before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg