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Lemon and Blackberry Cake Roll

Lemon and Blackberry Cake Roll for a Refreshing Summer Treat

This Lemon and Blackberry Cake Roll combines tart blackberries and zesty lemon for a delightful summer dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Fresh Blackberries or swap for raspberries or strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest double in filling for extra zing
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh for the best rise
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 large Eggs beat until pale
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar no substitutes recommended
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese or swap for mascarpone or lemon curd
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Jelly roll pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Lemon and Blackberry Cake Roll
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring it overhangs for easy removal later.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and pale, then gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  3. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until it turns golden brown. Keep a close eye to avoid overbaking!
  4. Once baked, invert the cake onto a clean towel dusted with powdered sugar and let it cool completely to prevent cracking while rolling.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar. Gently mash the blackberries into the mixture, leaving some chunks for texture.
  6. Spread the filling evenly over the cooled cake. Roll the cake into a log shape using the towel as a guide, then wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant touch. Use fresh blackberries and lemons for the best flavors.

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