Description
This Heavenly Cherry Cheesecake Cake Roll is a delightful dessert combining a light, fluffy cake with a luscious cream cheese filling and a sweet cherry topping. Perfect for special occasions or as an indulgent treat, this rolled cake offers a perfect balance of creamy texture and fruity flavor with an eye-catching presentation.
Ingredients
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Cake
- 1 cup cake flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
Topping
- 1 can cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper to ensure the cake does not stick and is easy to roll later.
- Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, indicating that enough air has been incorporated for a soft texture. Then, gently fold in the cake flour and vanilla extract, being careful not to deflate the batter.
- Bake Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, ensuring the cake is fully cooked but still soft.
- Roll Cake: Once baked, allow the cake to cool slightly. Then flip it onto a kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Roll the cake tightly with the towel inside and let it cool completely to set the shape.
- Make Filling: In a separate bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and heavy cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy, which will create the cheesecake-style filling.
- Assemble Cake Roll: Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the entire surface. Then roll the cake back up gently without the towel, making sure it is tight but not too compressed.
- Add Topping and Chill: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the top of the rolled cake. Place the cake in the refrigerator and chill for at least an hour to firm up the filling and allow the flavors to meld before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Dusting the towel with powdered sugar prevents the cake from sticking during rolling.
- Chilling the cake before slicing helps maintain the roll’s shape and makes it easier to cut clean slices.
- You can substitute cherry pie filling with fresh cherries or other fruit fillings for variety.
- Handle the cake gently when rolling to prevent cracking.
