Instructions:
Step 1
Wash and chop the strawberries. Set aside some for decoration and mix the rest with a bit of granulated sugar. Let sit.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 3
Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 4
Beat eggs and granulated sugar until thick and light. Add vanilla extract.
Step 5
Gently fold in cake flour.
Step 6
Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden.
Step 7
Turn the warm cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and remove parchment paper.
Step 8
Roll the cake with the towel from one end. Let it cool completely.
Step 9
Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Step 10
Whisk in heavy cream, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until fluffy.
Fold in chopped strawberries.
Step 11
Unroll the cooled cake and spread the filling evenly.
Step 12
Roll the cake back up and place seam-side down on a plate.
Step 13
Top with extra whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
Enjoy your simple and delightful strawberry roll cake!
Pro Tips for Perfect Strawberry Roll Cake:
Use Room Temperature Ingredients: For the best texture, ensure your eggs, cream cheese, and heavy cream are at room temperature before starting. This helps them mix more evenly.
Sift the Flour: Sift the cake flour before folding it into the batter to avoid lumps and ensure a light, airy cake.
Avoid Overmixing: When folding in the flour, do so gently to prevent deflating the batter, which can lead to a dense cake.
Dust the Towel with Powdered Sugar: When rolling the warm cake, dust the kitchen towel with powdered sugar to prevent sticking and help the cake roll smoothly.
Cool the Cake Completely: Allow the cake to cool completely in its rolled shape to prevent cracking when unrolling and filling.
Chill the Filling: For a firmer filling, chill the cream cheese mixture before spreading it on the cake. This makes it easier to roll up without oozing out.
Nutrition Information (per serving, assuming 8 servings):
Calories: 220
Total Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 80mg
Sodium: 130mg
Total Carbohydrates: 23g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 18g
Protein: 4g