Mandarin Swiss Roll Recipe – A Refreshing Citrus Twist on the Classic Roll Cake

Mandarin Swiss Roll Recipe – A Refreshing Citrus Twist on the Classic Roll Cake

Summary:

The Mandarin Swiss Roll is a delightful twist on the traditional Swiss roll, featuring a light, fluffy sponge cake wrapped around a smooth, citrus-infused cream filling. The tangy sweetness of mandarin oranges balances the richness of the creamy filling, making this dessert the perfect treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving it for a holiday gathering or as a refreshing dessert after a meal, this Mandarin Swiss Roll will impress with both its stunning presentation and refreshing flavor. With just the right balance of sweetness and citrus zest, this cake will melt in your mouth.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 42 minutes
Servings: 8-10
Calories (per serving): 200-250 calories

Courses: Dessert

Cuisines: French, European, Fusion

Ingredients:

For the Sponge Cake:

• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons milk

For the Filling:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup mandarin orange segments (fresh or canned)
• 2 tablespoons mandarin juice (from fresh mandarins or canned)
• 1 tablespoon orange liqueur (optional)

For Decoration:

• Mandarin orange segments (for garnish)
• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Equipment:

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• 9×13-inch baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Sifter
• Cooling rack
• Small bowl for melting butter
• Knife or serrated blade for slicing
• Spatula for spreading the filling

Instructions:

Step 1: Preparing the Sponge Cake

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper. This will help the cake to come out easily after baking.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This may take about 5-7 minutes using an electric mixer on medium speed. You want the mixture to double in volume and form ribbons when you lift the whisk.
3. Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest to the egg mixture and whisk in gently.