Strawberry Cake Roll With Cream Cheese Filling
Are you looking for a dessert that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than this strawberry cake roll with cream cheese filling. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to dinner parties, and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup milk
- Red food coloring (optional)
For the filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray.
2. To make the cake, beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Gradually add in the sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until the mixture is thick and pale yellow in color.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, folding gently until fully combined.
4. Add the milk to the batter and stir until smooth. If desired, add a few drops of red food coloring to achieve a pink color.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is lightly golden and springs back when touched.
6. While the cake is baking, prepare the filling. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add in the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined.
7. In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined.
8. Once the cake is finished baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Carefully invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel and remove the parchment paper.
9. While the cake is still warm, roll it up in the towel starting from the short end. Allow the cake to cool completely while still rolled up.
10. Once the cake has cooled, carefully unroll it and spread the cream cheese filling over the top, leaving a small border around the edges. Roll the cake back up tightly, using the towel to help guide the roll.
11. Refrigerate the cake roll for at least an hour before slicing and serving.
Tips:
- Make sure to use room temperature cream cheese for the filling to ensure a smooth and creamy texture.
- If you don't have a jelly roll pan, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish instead, but the cake may be slightly thicker.
- Don't overfill the cake with the cream cheese filling, as this may cause it to ooze out of the sides when rolling.
- For an extra burst of strawberry flavor, try adding a layer of fresh sliced strawberries to the filling.
Overall, this strawberry cake roll with cream cheese filling is a delicious and impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy flavor and light and fluffy texture, it is sure to be a hit with your guests. So why not give it a try and impress your friends and family with your baking skills?
