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Delicious patriotic 4th of July cake roll with red, white, and blue layers

Patriotic 4th of July Cake Roll

This vibrant cake roll features red, white, and blue layers, perfect for an Independence Day celebration. It's light, fluffy, and filled with whipped cream or frosting for a delightful summer treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • Red and blue food coloring For coloring the cake
Filling and Garnish
  • Whipped cream or frosting for filling
  • Fresh berries for garnish Optional for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Add vanilla and milk, mixing well.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Divide the batter into three portions. Tint one portion with red food coloring and another with blue. Spread the batters in stripes across the pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
  2. Immediately turn the cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper, and roll the cake with the towel starting from the short end.
  3. Let it cool for about 20 minutes.
  4. Unroll and spread whipped cream or frosting. Roll the cake back up and refrigerate.
Serving
  1. Slice the cake roll into about 1-inch thick pieces. Place each slice on a plate and add extra whipped cream or berries on the side for garnish.

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter after adding the flour to keep the cake light and fluffy. Use a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle it generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking. Consider folding in chopped nuts or cookie crumbs into the filling for added crunch.