Imagine slicing into a roll of vibrant red velvet cake, revealing a luscious cream cheese filling that oozes decadence. This Red Velvet Cake Roll is not just a dessert; it’s a showstopper that will impress anyone lucky enough to have a slice. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat, this cake roll is a fun twist on the classic red velvet cake.
This recipe is your ticket to creating a dessert that looks just as fabulous as it tastes. The rich, velvety flavor of the cake, combined with the tangy cream cheese filling, creates a mouthwatering experience that is both nostalgic and modern.
The Best Red Velvet Cake Roll Recipe
This Red Velvet Cake Roll is a light and fluffy dessert, featuring a moist red velvet sponge filled with a smooth cream cheese frosting. Each bite offers a delightful combination of sweetness and a hint of cocoa, making it an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
- Mix the Cake Batter: In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until thick and pale. Add in the oil, vanilla, and food coloring. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Once baked, remove from the oven and immediately roll the cake with the parchment paper, starting from one of the short ends. Let it cool completely in this rolled position.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble the Cake Roll: Carefully unroll the cooled cake and remove the parchment paper. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake, then re-roll it tightly without the parchment. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve: Slice the chilled cake roll into pieces and serve. Enjoy your delicious red velvet cake roll!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Servings: 10 slices
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
