Red Velvet Roll
Red Velvet Roll is a show-stopping dessert that marries the rich flavor of chocolate with a stunning red hue, all wrapped in a soft, pillowy cake. This delightful treat is perfect for any occasion, offering a creamy cream cheese filling that adds to its allure. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging yourself, this Red Velvet Roll will impress and satisfy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp red food coloring (gel)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup cream cheese frosting (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Mix in buttermilk, oil, red food coloring, and vanilla extract. Fold in dry ingredients.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Invert the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel and roll it up while warm; let cool completely.
- Unroll the cake, spread cream cheese frosting generously over the surface, then re-roll tightly without the towel.
- Slice into pieces to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Substitute buttermilk with yogurt or almond milk for dietary variations. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and flavor. To maintain moisture when storing leftovers, wrap tightly in plastic wrap.