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Red Velvet Cake Roll

Indulge in a slice of Red Velvet Cake Roll, where luscious cream cheese filling meets a light and fluffy red velvet cake. This stunning dessert not only captivates with its vibrant colors but also delights your taste buds with rich cocoa and tangy sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, from birthdays to casual gatherings, this showstopper is guaranteed to impress friends and family alike!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp red gel food coloring
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 8 oz full-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Mix in buttermilk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes until edges pull away from the pan.
  6. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert onto powdered sugar-dusted parchment paper.
  7. Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add powdered sugar, then fold in whipped heavy cream.
  8. Spread filling over cooled cake, roll tightly using parchment paper to guide you, then chill for at least an hour before slicing.

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Keywords: For variations, try filling with whipped cream or chocolate ganache. Add flavor twists like almond extract or citrus zest for an exciting twist!