Step into a world of vibrant colors with this Rainbow Roll Cake! This light and fluffy sponge cake features beautiful swirls of rainbow colors, rolled with a rich and creamy buttercream filling. It’s not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients:
For the Rainbow Cake:
- All-purpose Flour: ¾ cup
- Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Large Eggs: 4, room temperature
- Granulated Sugar: ½ cup
- Vegetable Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Pure Vanilla Extract: 1½ teaspoons
- Pure Almond Extract: ½ teaspoon
- Gel Food Coloring: Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple
- Powdered Sugar: For dusting
For the Buttercream Filling:
- Salted Sweet Cream Butter: ¾ cup, softened
- Clear Vanilla Flavoring: 1 teaspoon
- Almond Extract: ½ teaspoon
- Powdered Sugar: 2 cups
- Heavy Cream: 2 tablespoons
Directions:
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl.
- In a larger bowl, beat eggs, sugar, oil, vanilla, and almond extract until light and thickened (about 5-6 minutes).
- Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture.
- Divide the batter evenly into six bowls and color each with a different gel food coloring.
- Spoon each colored batter into a piping bag and pipe in strips onto the prepared pan.
- Bake for 8 minutes, then immediately roll the cake using parchment paper to cool.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Beat butter until smooth, then mix in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and heavy cream, beating until creamy.
- Assemble the Cake:
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake.
- Spread the buttercream evenly over the cake.
- Roll the cake back up, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 6 hours.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes plus cooling and chilling
Servings: 10 slices
Tips:
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to achieve a smoother batter and easier mixing.
- Roll the cake while it is still warm to prevent cracking.
- Use a clean, sharp knife to slice the cake for neat servings.
This Rainbow Roll Cake is perfect for celebrations or as a colorful addition to any dessert table. Enjoy the magical combination of soft sponge and creamy filling in each vibrant slice! 🌈🍰