Total time: 45 minutes + chilling time
Difficulty: Low
Serves: 8
Introduction
Many home cooks avoid making cake rolls (or Swiss rolls) because they look complicated—but they’re surprisingly easy. This strawberry cake roll is a light, fluffy, and creamy dessert perfect for spring and summer gatherings. With basic ingredients and simple steps, you can make an elegant treat that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
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4 egg whites
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4 egg yolks
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100 g (1/2 cup) sugar
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100 g (1/2 cup + 2 tbsp) all-purpose flour
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4 g (1 tsp) baking powder
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1 g (1/2 tsp) lemon zest
For the Filling:
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250 ml (1 cup) whipping cream
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150 g (1 cup) mascarpone cheese
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100 g (1/2 cup) powdered sugar
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100 g (1/2 cup) chopped strawberries
For Decorating:
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Powdered sugar
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Fresh strawberries
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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