4th of July Cake Roll
4th of July Cake Roll is a festive dessert that embodies the spirit of summer celebrations. With its light and fluffy sponge cake rolled around a creamy filling, adorned in vibrant red, white, and blue colors, this dessert is sure to impress at any gathering. Ideal for barbecues or picnics, it combines nostalgia with modern flair, making it a delightful treat that will leave your guests craving more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- Red and blue gel food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and granulated sugar until pale and frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into the egg mixture.
- Stir in vanilla extract until just combined.
- Divide batter into three bowls; color one red and one blue using gel food coloring.
- Spoon dollops of each colored batter onto the prepared pan and swirl lightly with a spatula.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
- Roll the warm cake with parchment into a log and let cool completely.
- Unroll gently, spread whipped cream filling evenly inside, then re-roll.
- Chill for at least an hour before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For added flavor variations, consider using almond extract or incorporating fresh berries into the filling. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.