🍰 How to Make a Perfect Cream Roll at Home

🧾 Introduction Cream Roll

A cream roll, sometimes called a Swiss roll, is a light and fluffy whipped cream filling encased in a soft, airy sponge cake. It’s a popular tea time delicacy, a sophisticated post-dinner dessert, or a treat for birthday parties. No pricey equipment is needed to prepare this bakery-style dessert at home; all you need is a little patience and expertise.

⚡ Quick Recipe Overview

|     Prep Time      |     Bake Time      |     Chill Time   |     Total Time     |     Servings      |

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|       15 mins        |     10–12 mins    |       1 hr           |          1.5 hrs       |      6–8 slices   |

🛒 Ingredients Cream Roll

🍰 For the Sponge Cake

• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp vanilla essence
• A pinch of salt

🍦 For the Cream Filling

• 1 cup whipping cream (chilled)
• 2 tbsp icing sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla essence

👨‍🍳 How to Make a Perfect Cream Roll

🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Sponge Batter

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 10×12 inch rectangular tray with parchment paper.
2. Using a hand mixer, whisk the eggs and sugar in a bowl until they are pale, frothy, and have tripled in volume, which should take around 6 to 8 minutes.
3. Gently sift in the baking powder, flour, and salt.
4. Add vanilla essence, then fold the batter using a spatula—do not overmix.
5. Pour the batter into the tray and spread it evenly.

🔹 Step 2: Bake the Cake

1. Bake at 180°C for 10–12 minutes, or until the top is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
2. The cake will crack when rolled if it is overbaked.

🔹 Step 3: Roll While Warm

1. Lay a clean kitchen towel on the counter and dust it with icing sugar.
2. Peel off the parchment paper after flipping the hot sponge onto the towel.
3. Carefully roll the cake (with the towel) from one short end to the other.
4. Let it cool rolled up—this sets the shape.

🔹 Step 4: Make the Cream Filling

1. Beat vanilla, icing sugar, and cold cream until firm peaks form.
2. Keep refrigerated until use.

🔹 Step 5: Assemble the Roll

1. Gently unroll the cooled cake.
2. Spread an even layer of whipped cream (you can also add jam or fruit).
3. Carefully reroll the cake without the towel this time.
4. Wrap in cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Top with icing sugar or chocolate powder.
• Drizzle with chocolate sauce or cover with ganache for a fancier look
• Use a serrated knife to cut into clean pieces.

🔄 Flavor Variations

• Chocolate Roll: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to sponge, use chocolate cream filling
• Add freshly chopped strawberries to whipped cream to make a strawberry cream roll.
• Mango Roll: Use mango puree or chunks in the filling

🔍 Storage Tips

• Store for up to 3 days in the fridge.
• Keep covered to prevent drying out
• Best served chilled.

🧁 Nutrition Info (Per Slice—Approx.)

|     Calories : 210    |    Fat: 12g     |     Carbs : 20g     |    Protein : 4g    |

💬 Final Thoughts

A homemade cream roll is not only fun to make but also incredibly satisfying to eat. It looks impressive, tastes delicious, and can be customized in countless ways. Master the sponge, and you’ve got a dessert that’s sure to impress every time.