Light Vanilla Swiss Roll (Print-Friendly Version)

A light sponge rolled with sweetened whipped cream and vanilla, ideal for an elegant dessert experience.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Sponge Cake

01 - 4 large eggs, room temperature
02 - 150 grams granulated sugar
03 - 5 milliliters pure vanilla extract
04 - 90 grams all-purpose flour
05 - 5 grams baking powder
06 - 1.25 grams salt
07 - 30 milliliters milk

→ Filling

08 - 360 milliliters heavy whipping cream, chilled
09 - 30 grams powdered sugar
10 - 5 milliliters pure vanilla extract

→ Finishing

11 - Powdered sugar for dusting

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C and line a baking pan with parchment paper. Grease lightly to ensure easy release.
02 - Whisk eggs and granulated sugar together until the mixture is pale, thick, and fluffy.
03 - Gently fold in vanilla extract and milk, followed by the sifted flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
04 - Evenly spread the batter in the prepared pan and bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the top springs back when lightly pressed.
05 - Invert the hot cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted generously with powdered sugar and roll gently from one short edge. Let it cool completely rolled.
06 - Whip the chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
07 - Unroll the cooled sponge carefully, spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface, then re-roll tightly.
08 - Dust the rolled cake with additional powdered sugar, slice into 8 portions, and serve.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Ensure eggs are at room temperature to achieve optimal batter volume. Rolling the cake while warm prevents cracking. Chill the whipping cream thoroughly before whipping for best texture.