Zesty Lemon Cake Roll
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this zesty lemon cake roll. A light and airy sponge cake envelops a tangy lemon filling, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and citrus. This elegant dessert is sure to impress any guest and is a must-have for any special occasion.
Ingredients
For cake roll | |
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| 3 | eggs |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 3 | tablespoons cold water |
| 1 | cup flour |
| 1 | teaspoon baking powder |
| 1⁄4 | teaspoon salt |
For filling | |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 3 | tablespoons flour |
| 1 | egg, lightly beaten |
| 3⁄4 | cup water |
| 1⁄4 | cup lemon juice |
| powdered sugar (optional) | |
Instructions
For cake roll | |
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| 1. | In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and smooth. |
| 2. | Add cold water. |
| 3. | Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gently fold into the egg mixture just until moistened. |
| 4. | Line a greased 15x10-inch baking pan with waxed paper; then grease the paper. |
| 5. | Spread the batter evenly into the pan. |
| 6. | Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12-14 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched in the center. |
| 7. | Cool the cake in the pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes. |
| 8. | Turn the cake out onto a kitchen towel. |
| 9. | Gently peel off the waxed paper. |
| 10. | Starting with the short side, roll up the cake jelly-roll style. |
| 11. | Cool the rolled cake completely on a wire rack. |
For filling | |
| 1. | In a saucepan, combine sugar, flour, beaten egg, water, and lemon juice for the filling. |
| 2. | Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil. |
| 3. | Cook and stir for an additional 1 minute until the filling is thickened. |
| 4. | Remove from the heat and cool the filling to room temperature. |
| 5. | Unroll the cooled cake and spread the prepared filling evenly, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. |
| 6. | Roll up the cake again. |
| 7. | Cover the cake roll and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving. |
| 8. | If desired, sprinkle powdered sugar over the cake roll before serving. |
| 9. | Store any leftovers in the refrigerator. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 240 kcal |
| Protein | 4.1 g |
| Fat | 2.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 52.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g |
| Sugar | 40.3 g |
Published on Jul 24, 2024 by Luminița