Introduction
Indulge in the light and refreshing flavors of this Lemon Cream Swiss Roll, perfect for spring gatherings or a delightful afternoon treat! With a fluffy cake rolled around a zesty lemon cream filling, this dessert is sure to impress.
Detailed Ingredients with measures
For the Cake:
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
For the Lemon Cream Filling:
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
1 teaspoon lemon extract
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time, Total Time, Yield
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 280 kcal per slice
Servings: 10 slices
Directions
1. Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. Make the Cake:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add the granulated sugar, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
3. Bake the Cake:
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. While the cake is baking, lay out a clean kitchen towel and dust it with powdered sugar.
4. Roll the Cake:
Once the cake is done, immediately invert it onto the sugared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper. Roll the cake up in the towel, starting from the short end. Allow it to cool completely.
5. Prepare the Lemon Cream Filling:
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and lemon extract until stiff peaks form.
6. Assemble the Swiss Roll:
Once the cake is cooled, unroll it and spread the lemon cream evenly over the surface. Roll the cake back up without the towel and place it on a serving platter. Dust the top with additional powdered sugar.
7. Serve:
Slice and serve, enjoying the refreshing lemon flavor with every bite!
Enjoy this delicious Lemon Cream Swiss Roll as a refreshing dessert that captures the essence of spring!
Detailed Directions and Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare:
Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
2. Make the Cake:
In a large mixing bowl, beat 4 large eggs until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add 1 cup of granulated sugar, beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. In another bowl, sift together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly to ensure it cooks uniformly.
3. Bake the Cake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. While it is baking, prepare by laying out a clean kitchen towel and dusting it with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
4. Roll the Cake:
Once the cake is done, immediately invert it onto the sugared towel. Carefully peel off the parchment paper to avoid tearing the cake. Roll the cake up in the towel, starting from the short end, and allow it to cool completely in this rolled position.
5. Prepare the Lemon Cream Filling:
In a separate mixing bowl, whip together 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of lemon juice, the zest of 1 lemon, and 1 teaspoon of lemon extract until stiff peaks form. This will create a light and fluffy lemon cream filling.
6. Assemble the Swiss Roll:
Once the cake is fully cooled, carefully unroll it and spread the lemon cream evenly over the surface. Roll the cake back up without the towel, ensuring it is tight and uniform. Place the rolled cake on a serving platter and dust the top with additional powdered sugar for decoration.
7. Serve:
Slice the Swiss roll into pieces and serve. Enjoy the refreshing lemon flavor with every bite!
Notes
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Calories:
Approximately 280 kcal per slice
Servings:
This recipe yields 10 slices.
Enjoy this delicious Lemon Cream Swiss Roll as a refreshing dessert that captures the essence of spring!
