Strawberries and Cream Swiss Roll
Strawberries and Cream Swiss Roll is a delightful dessert that combines a light, airy sponge cake with luscious whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This visually stunning treat is perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to afternoon tea. The balance of sweetness and freshness will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 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 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sift together flour and baking powder, then gently fold into the egg mixture.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- While cooling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Once cooled, turn the sponge onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel. Spread whipped cream over the sponge, layer sliced strawberries on top, and roll tightly.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider infusing your cream with almond extract or substituting strawberries with raspberries or blueberries. Ensure the sponge is completely cool before spreading the filling to prevent cracking during rolling.