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Jelly Roll Cake

A light and fluffy dessert with customizable fillings that creates beautiful swirls.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup fruit jam or filling of choice
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Jelly roll pan (15x10 inches)
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Rubber spatula
  • Clean kitchen towel

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Line the jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the sides.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until thick and pale.
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt before gently folding it into the egg mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
  7. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  8. Once baked, turn the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  9. Carefully peel away the parchment paper and roll the cake up with the towel.
  10. Allow the rolled cake to cool completely for about 30 minutes.
  11. Unroll the cake gently, spread your chosen filling, and roll it back up without the towel.

Notes

Always roll the cake while it's warm to prevent cracking.