A soft and airy vanilla sponge cake rolled with lightly sweetened whipped cream and optionally topped with fresh raspberries. This classic Vanilla Swiss Roll is a nostalgic treat that’s easier to make than it looks.
Author:Zerina
Ingredients
Scale
4 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
Fresh raspberries (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar for 5 to 7 minutes until thick and pale. Add vanilla.
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold into the egg mixture.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden and springy.
Turn the cake onto a clean parchment sheet. Peel off the old paper, then roll the cake from the short side while warm. Let cool completely.
Whip the cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream inside.
Gently roll the cake back up, dust with powdered sugar, and top with raspberries if desired. Chill before slicing.
Notes
Roll the cake while still warm to prevent cracking.
Chilling before slicing ensures cleaner, neater pieces.
You can fill with jam or fruit for a twist on the classic.