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Orange Swiss Roll

Zesty Orange Swiss Roll: Light, Fluffy, and Irresistibly Delicious

Enjoy this delightful Orange Swiss Roll, a light and fluffy sponge cake filled with refreshing citrus flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Baking
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 100 grams granulated sugar can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • 100 grams all-purpose flour for gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt essential for flavor balance
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest use fresh zest for best aroma
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice can be substituted with lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract can be replaced with almond extract
For the Creamy Filling
  • 200 milliliters heavy cream light whipping cream can be used
  • 50 grams powdered sugar can be substituted with a sweetener
  • additional powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • baking tray
  • Parchment Paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a rectangular baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar using an electric mixer at high speed for about 5-7 minutes until thick and pale.
  3. Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt into the egg mixture and gently fold in.
  4. Fold in orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until just incorporated.
  5. Pour the batter into the lined baking tray and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Whip together heavy cream and powdered sugar in a clean bowl until soft peaks form.
  7. Let the sponge cool for about 5 minutes, then invert onto a powdered-sugar-dusted kitchen towel and roll it up width-wise.
  8. Once cooled, unroll the cake, spread the whipped cream filling, and re-roll without the towel.
  9. Trim uneven ends, dust with powdered sugar, slice, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for a light sponge and be gentle when folding in ingredients to avoid deflating the batter.

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