Description
Celebrate Independence Day with this festive 4th of July Cake Roll! This light and fluffy sponge cake is rolled with a creamy filling, showcasing vibrant red, white, and blue colors. Perfect for summer gatherings and barbecues, this eye-catching dessert is not only delicious but also a delightful nostalgia trip to childhood celebrations. Impress your guests with this easy-to-make treat that embodies the spirit of the holiday!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Fresh strawberries and blueberries for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until fluffy. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in sifted flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Pour batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then flip onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and roll up gently while still warm.
- In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Unroll cooled cake and spread filling evenly on top.
- Roll the cake back up without the towel. Place seam-side down on a platter and decorate with fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg