Simple recipe for rolled cake with homemade jam

Ingredients

Recipe for 4 people.

🍳 4 eggs 🍬 130 g of powdered sugar
🌾 130 g of sifted flour 🍦 2 packets of vanilla sugar
🍰 1 teaspoon of baking powder 🥄 15 g of butter
🍓 300 g of jam of your choice 🍚 Powdered sugar, for dusting

Utensils

🍳 Mixing bowl 🎂 Baking tray
🥄 Wooden spoon 🌡️ Kitchen thermometer
🍰 Parchment paper 🥣 Bowl for egg whites
💪 Whisk 🍭 Spatula
🧂 Strainer (for the flour) 🔪 Knife

Preparation step by step

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Rest time: 10 minutes

Total cooking time: 35 minutes

STEP 1: In a mixing bowl, mix the egg yolks with the sugar until it becomes pale in color.

STEP 2: Gradually add the sifted flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract, while mixing well.

STEP 3: In another bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks, which will make the batter lighter.

STEP 4: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the previous mixture to avoid breaking them.

STEP 5: Preheat your oven to 180°C (gas mark 6) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

STEP 6: Pour the mixture onto the tray and spread it evenly to achieve a smooth layer.

STEP 7: Bake for about 10 minutes until the biscuit is lightly golden and soft to the touch.

STEP 8: Once out of the oven, quickly remove the biscuit from the tray and place it on a damp cloth.

STEP 9: Generously spread the jam of your choice over the surface, then gently roll the cake.

STEP 10: Let the soft cake sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before dusting it with powdered sugar.

Preparing a jam roll cake is a simple and rewarding experience. With clear steps, it is possible to achieve a fluffy and delicious result, perfect for a snack or a special occasion. The combination of eggs, sugar, and flour creates a light base that pairs wonderfully with the jam of your choice, whether it be strawberry, raspberry, or even apricot.

The secret to a good roll cake lies in whipping the egg whites and paying attention to the rolling of the cake. With a little practice, you can impress your friends and family with your baking skills. A simple dusting of powdered sugar will complete the decoration of this homemade dessert.

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