Indulgent Chocolate Strawberry Cake Roll
Treat yourself and your loved ones to this delightful Indulgent Chocolate Strawberry Cake Roll. This dessert combines a light, fluffy chocolate cake with a luscious strawberry cream filling, rolled to perfection. The combination of rich chocolate and sweet strawberries is not only visually stunning but also creates a mouthwatering experience. Perfect for celebrations, this cake roll is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving for more. Make it ahead for a fabulous dessert that showcases the seasonal fruits as well!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury® Baking Spray with Flour
To taste (For greasing the pan)
large eggs
5 (Separated into yolks and whites)
sugar
1/4 cup (Granulated)
Pillsbury BEST® All-Purpose Flour
1/4 cup (Sifted)
unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup (Sifted)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Pure vanilla extract)
powdered sugar
1/2 cup (For dusting and also in filling)
frozen whipped topping
1 1/2 cups (Thawed)
Smucker's® Strawberry Preserves
1/3 cup, plus 3 tablespoons (Divided for filling and topping)
sliced strawberries
1 cup (Fresh, for topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with wax paper, ensuring it fits snugly, and then coat the paper with Pillsbury Baking Spray with Flour to prevent sticking.
2
In a medium bowl, beat the egg yolks using an electric mixer on high speed until they are lemon-colored and thickened. Gradually add in the sugar while continuing to beat until well combined. Mix in the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
3
In a separate small bowl, beat the egg whites with a clean mixer until they reach stiff peaks. Carefully fold the egg whites into the chocolate batter, being gentle to retain the airiness of the mixture.
4
Pour the chocolate batter into your prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Once baked, let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
5
After cooling, invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel that has been dusted with powdered sugar. Gently peel away the wax paper. Roll the cake up with the towel from the short end to create a tight roll. Allow it to cool completely in this rolled shape.
6
While the cake is cooling, prepare the filling by combining the thawed frozen whipped topping with 1/3 cup of Smucker's Strawberry Preserves in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
7
Once the cake has cooled, carefully unroll it and spread the whipped topping mixture evenly over the surface. Re-roll the cake without the towel, ensuring it’s tightly rolled, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
8
To serve, stir together the remaining 3 tablespoons of strawberry preserves with the sliced strawberries. Cut the chilled cake roll into slices and serve topped with the strawberry mixture.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Indulgent Chocolate Strawberry Cake Roll?
It is a dessert featuring a light, fluffy chocolate cake rolled with a luscious strawberry cream filling and topped with fresh strawberries.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
What size pan is required for this recipe?
You will need a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
How should I prepare the jelly roll pan?
Line the pan with wax paper and coat it with Pillsbury Baking Spray with Flour to prevent the cake from sticking.
How many eggs are needed for the cake?
The recipe requires 5 large eggs, which should be separated into yolks and whites.
How do I process the egg yolks?
Beat the egg yolks on high speed until they are lemon-colored and thickened, then gradually add sugar, flour, cocoa, and vanilla.
What is the secret to a fluffy cake roll?
The secret is beating egg whites to stiff peaks and gently folding them into the chocolate batter to retain airiness.
How long does the cake need to bake?
Bake the cake for 15 to 17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
How long should the cake cool in the pan before rolling?
Let the cake cool in the pan for approximately 10 minutes.
What should I dust the kitchen towel with?
Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar before inverting the cake onto it.
How do I initially shape the cake roll?
Roll the cake up with the towel starting from the short end and allow it to cool completely in that shape.
What ingredients are in the filling?
The filling consists of 1 1/2 cups of thawed frozen whipped topping mixed with 1/3 cup of Smucker's Strawberry Preserves.
When do I apply the filling?
Apply the filling once the cake has cooled completely by unrolling it, spreading the mixture, and re-rolling it without the towel.
How long should the finished cake roll chill?
The cake roll should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
What is the topping for the cake roll?
The topping is a mixture of 3 tablespoons of strawberry preserves and 1 cup of fresh sliced strawberries.
What brand of flour is recommended?
The recipe recommends Pillsbury BEST All-Purpose Flour.
Can I use any cocoa powder?
The recipe specifies 1/4 cup of sifted unsweetened cocoa powder.
How much vanilla extract is used?
One teaspoon of pure vanilla extract is used in the batter.
Is this a good recipe for celebrations?
Yes, it is visually stunning and designed to impress guests at parties and celebrations.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 10 main ingredients in this recipe.
What type of preserves are used?
Smucker's Strawberry Preserves are used for both the filling and the topping.
Do I need to sift the ingredients?
Yes, the flour and cocoa powder should be sifted for the best results.
Can this cake roll be made ahead of time?
Yes, it can be made ahead of time and chilled until you are ready to serve.
How do I ensure the cake doesn't crack?
Rolling the cake in a towel while it is still warm helps it maintain flexibility and prevents cracking.
What is the description of the cake texture?
The description states the cake is light and fluffy.
Is the whipped topping used frozen or thawed?
The frozen whipped topping should be thawed before mixing it into the filling.
What is the total amount of strawberry preserves needed?
You will need 1/3 cup for the filling plus 3 additional tablespoons for the topping.
What kind of strawberries are used for the topping?
One cup of fresh, sliced strawberries is used for the topping.
What is the primary flavor profile?
The flavor profile is a combination of rich chocolate and sweet strawberries.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, cake roll, chocolate, strawberry, roll cake, easy dessert, celebration, and party food.