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Fresh Strawberry and Cream Japanese Cake Roll

Fluffy Fresh Strawberry and Cream Japanese Cake Roll Delight

A delightful Fresh Strawberry and Cream Japanese Cake Roll, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 198

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 1 cup Cake Flour Ensures a tender, light cake.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Adds richness and color.
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil Canola, grapeseed or avocado.
  • ½ cup Whole Fat Milk Contributes moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Aids in leavening.
  • a pinch Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Creates a light, airy texture.
  • ½ teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites.
For the Whipped Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream (33%) Provides richness.
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Gelatin Stabilizes whipped cream.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Activates the gelatin.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cream.
  • 1 cup Fresh Organic Strawberries Provide natural sweetness.
For Serving
  • to taste Ripe Strawberries For garnish.

Equipment

  • 8 x 12-inch rectangular cake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Cooling Rack
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation and Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8 x 12-inch rectangular cake pan with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together cake flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, sea salt, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl.
  3. Make a well in the dry ingredients, then add egg yolks, neutral oil, whole milk, and whisk until combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip egg whites and cream of tartar until frothy, then gradually add granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the whipped meringue into the egg yolk batter until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 14-16 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then invert onto a cooling rack.
Whipped Cream Preparation
  1. Bloom powdered gelatin in water and microwave until melted, then let cool.
  2. Whip heavy cream with granulated sugar until soft peaks form, then add cooled gelatin for stability.
Assembly and Serving
  1. Spread stabilized cream over the cooled cake, scatter fresh strawberries, then carefully roll the cake.
  2. Wrap the rolled cake in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
  3. Trim the ends as needed, slice, and serve garnished with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to chill your mixing bowl for better volume in the whipped cream. Use clean, dry utensils to whip egg whites.

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