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4th of July Cake Roll Recipe

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive and patriotic 4th of July cake roll made with a light vanilla sponge cake, filled with whipped cream and berries, and decorated with red, white, and blue colors for a perfect Independence Day dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Red and blue food coloring
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  4. Mix in milk and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until well combined.
  6. Divide the batter into three portions. Tint one red, one blue, and leave one plain.
  7. Spoon the batter in lines or spoonfuls onto the prepared pan to create a festive pattern. Smooth the top gently.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately roll the cake (with parchment paper) from the short end. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  10. In a bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  11. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface, and sprinkle with strawberries and blueberries.
  12. Gently roll the cake back up, without the parchment paper.
  13. Dust the top with powdered sugar and garnish with extra berries if desired.
  14. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • Use gel food coloring for more vibrant colors.
  • Roll the cake while warm to prevent cracking.
  • The cake can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

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