Description
If you’re looking for the ultimate showstopping dessert for the holidays, this Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll is it! With its festive red sponge, rich cocoa flavor, and silky cream cheese swirl, this easy recipe is perfect for quick breakfasts, party desserts, or cozy winter dinner ideas. This cake roll not only tastes incredible but also looks like a masterpiece on any holiday table.
Ingredients
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup butter (softened)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
1 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup crushed peppermint candies (optional garnish)
2 tablespoons white chocolate curls (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in buttermilk, vanilla, and red food coloring.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet and stir until smooth.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
6. While warm, roll the cake up in a towel dusted with powdered sugar. Let cool completely.
7. Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla extract. Add powdered sugar and beat until smooth.
8. Unroll the cooled cake, spread filling evenly, and gently roll it back up.
9. Wrap the cake in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
10. Garnish with powdered sugar, peppermint, and white chocolate curls before serving.
Notes
Make sure to roll the cake while it’s still warm to prevent cracking.
If the filling is too soft, chill it briefly before spreading.
For best presentation, trim the ends before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: red velvet roll, holiday dessert, Christmas cake, easy recipe, festive dessert