4th of July Cake Roll
4th of July Cake Roll is a festive dessert that captures the spirit of summer celebrations. This delightful cake features a light and fluffy sponge rolled with sweet whipped cream and fresh berries, all adorned in vibrant red, white, and blue. Perfect for barbecues and family gatherings, this easy-to-make treat will impress your guests and become a centerpiece on your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 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 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale. Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once baked, cool slightly, then flip onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and roll it up while warm.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form; gently fold in berries.
- Unroll the cake carefully, spread the filling evenly, then roll it back up without the towel. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg