Description
This Cherry Cheesecake Cake Roll is the ultimate blend of fluffy sponge, tangy cheesecake cream, and sweet cherries all wrapped into one gorgeous dessert. Think of it as the lovechild of cheesecake and jelly roll—light, creamy, fruity, and oh-so-festive. Whether you’re planning a holiday spread or just craving a show-stopping sweet, this roll brings the wow factor with minimal fuss.
Ingredients
- Cake flour (for that tender, delicate sponge)
- Granulated sugar (sweetens the cake just right)
- Eggs (help create that airy, springy texture)
- Vanilla extract (a touch of warmth and flavor)
- Cream cheese (the star of the creamy filling)
- Powdered sugar (to sweeten and stabilize the cream)
- Heavy cream (for a smooth, fluffy cheesecake layer)
- Cherry pie filling (for that glossy, fruity topping)
Instructions
- Bake the Cake Base
- Preheat your oven and line a jelly roll pan with parchment.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gently fold in the cake flour and vanilla.
- Pour into your prepared pan and bake until lightly golden and springy to the touch.
- Roll It While Warm
- Flip the cake onto a clean towel dusted with powdered sugar.
- Carefully peel off the parchment, then roll the cake up inside the towel.
- Let it cool completely—rolling it now helps train the sponge to keep its shape.
- Whip Up the Cheesecake Filling
- Beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth.
- Whip the heavy cream separately until stiff peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to create a light, luscious filling.
- Assemble the Roll
- Unroll the cooled sponge.
- Spread the cheesecake filling evenly across the surface.
- Roll the cake back up, this time without the towel, forming a tight spiral.
- Finish With Cherries
- Spoon the cherry pie filling generously over the top of the roll.
- Chill for at least an hour so the flavors set and slicing is easier.
Notes
- Don’t overbake the sponge. A dry cake will crack when rolled.
- Chill before slicing. This helps the filling firm up and gives you those Instagram-worthy swirls.
- Swap the cherries for blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries for fun variations. ✨ The end result? A dreamy cake roll that combines airy sponge, creamy cheesecake, and juicy cherries in every bite. Perfect for holidays, birthdays, or whenever you need a dessert that looks as good as it tastes!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 180 mg