The Swiss Roll Cake is a light, airy sponge cake rolled with sweet jam or honey, creating a delicate and delightful dessert that melts in your mouth. This classic rolled cake is made with a fluffy egg-based batter and a perfectly balanced touch of sweetness. Soft, moist, and easy to slice, it’s ideal for tea time, celebrations, or even as a fancy weekend treat. Whether filled with your favorite fruit jam or drizzled with golden honey, this Swiss roll offers a showstopping swirl and a cloud-like texture that’s surprisingly easy to master.
Preparation, Bake, and Total Time
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Preparation Time: 25 minutes
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Bake Time: 30 minutes
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Cooling Time: 1 hour
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Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
Yiel: 1 Swiss roll (serves 8–10)
Cuisine: European/Swiss
Ingredients (in Grams and Cups)
Egg Mixture:
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Whole eggs – 5 large
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Egg yolks – 5 large
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Salt – 1 g (a small pinch)

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Sugar – 50 g (¼ cup), for egg yolks
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Meringue:
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Egg whites – 5 large
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Sugar – 70 g (about ⅓ cup), divided into 3 additions
Dry Ingredients:

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Cake flour – 90 g (¾ cup)
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Baking powder – 2 g (½ teaspoon)

Wet Ingredients: