Swiss roll cake
A Swiss roll cake is a delightful dessert consisting of a light, fluffy sponge cake rolled with a sweet filling, typically jam, cream, or a combination of both. The sponge cake is thin and flexible, making it perfect for rolling without cracking.
Ingredients:
– 5 egg yolks
– 1g salt
– 50g sugar
– 90g cake flour
– 2g baking powder
– 50g vegetable oil
– 50g milk
– Meringue (5 egg whites + 70g sugar)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks with salt until pale.
3. Gradually add sugar and continue whisking until thick and creamy.
4. Sift cake flour and baking powder into the egg yolk mixture, fold gently until combined.
5. In a small saucepan, heat vegetable oil and milk until warm, then add to the batter and mix well.
6. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the meringue into the batter until fully incorporated.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray, spread evenly.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and springs back when touched.
10. Remove from oven, let it cool slightly.
11. Place a clean kitchen towel on top, then flip the cake onto it, peel off the parchment paper.
12. Roll the cake with the towel, starting from the shorter end.
13. Let it cool completely in the rolled position.
14. Unroll the cake, spread desired filling (e.g., jam, whipped cream) evenly.
15. Roll the cake again gently.
16. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour before slicing.
17. Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Give this basic Swiss Roll Cake recipe a try! Perfect for any occasion!
