Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll Recipe

This Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll is a festive and delicious dessert that’s perfect for the holiday season. It’s a beautiful, eye-catching treat that’s sure to impress your guests. I love how the vibrant red velvet cake contrasts with the creamy white filling, and the dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance.

Why You’ll Love This Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll

• Festive and Delicious: This cake roll is bursting with holiday cheer, thanks to the vibrant red velvet cake and the creamy white filling.
• Easy to Make: This recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, even for beginner bakers.
• Perfect for Sharing: This cake roll is great for potlucks, holidays, or just a casual get-together with friends and family.
• Make-Ahead Dessert: You can make this cake roll ahead of time, which is perfect for busy holiday schedules.

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Ingredients for Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll

Here’s what I use to make this delicious cake roll:

Red Velvet Cake:

• All-Purpose Flour: This is the base of our cake batter.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder: Adds a rich chocolate flavor to the cake.
• Baking Powder: Helps the cake rise and become light and fluffy.
• Salt: Enhances the flavors of the cake.
• Eggs: Add richness and structure to the cake.
• Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the cake.
• Oil: I use canola or vegetable oil, but you can use any neutral-flavored oil.
• Buttermilk: Adds moisture and tanginess to the cake.
• White Distilled Vinegar: Reacts with the baking soda to help the cake rise.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor of the cake.
• Red Food Coloring: Gives the cake its signature red color.
• Powdered Sugar: Optional, for dusting the finished cake roll.

Cream Cheese Filling:

• Cream Cheese: I use full-fat cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
• Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and creaminess to the filling.
• Powdered Sugar: Sweetens the filling and creates a smooth texture.
• Vanilla Extract: Enhances the flavor of the filling.

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card directly below.)

Variations

Want to try something different? Here are a few ideas:

• Chocolate Ganache: Drizzle some chocolate ganache over the cake roll for an extra decadent treat.
• Different Filling: Try using a different filling, like whipped cream or a chocolate cream cheese frosting.
• Toppings: Sprinkle the cake roll with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or even a drizzle of melted chocolate.
• Mini Cake Rolls: Bake the cake in a smaller pan and make mini cake rolls for individual servings.

How to Make Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter

I start by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Then, I sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. In a separate bowl, I whip the eggs with an electric mixer until light and frothy. I gradually add the sugar and oil while the mixer is running. Then, I add the buttermilk, vinegar, vanilla extract, and red food coloring and mix until combined. Finally, I gently fold in the dry ingredients until just incorporated.

Step 2: Bake the Cake

I pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Then, I bake the cake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 3: Roll the Cake

I remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly. Then, I carefully invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. I peel off the parchment paper and, starting from a short end, I tightly roll up the cake in the towel. I let the cake cool completely in the towel.

Step 4: Make the Filling

While the cake is cooling, I make the filling by beating together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Then, I add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until combined.

Step 5: Fill and Roll the Cake

Once the cake has cooled completely, I carefully unroll it and spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface. Then, I tightly roll the cake back up, this time without the towel.

Step 6: Chill and Serve

I wrap the cake roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set. Then, I unwrap the cake, dust it with powdered sugar (if desired), and slice it into rounds for serving.

Tips and Tricks

• Parchment Paper: Using parchment paper makes it easier to roll the cake without it sticking to the pan.
• Cooling Time: Allowing the cake to cool completely before adding the filling will prevent the filling from melting.
• Tight Roll: Roll the cake as tightly as possible to prevent it from falling apart.

How to Serve

This Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with:

• Whipped Cream: A dollop of whipped cream adds a touch of richness.
• Ice Cream: A scoop of vanilla ice cream is a classic pairing for cake.
• Fresh Berries: Serve it with fresh berries for a refreshing touch.

Make Ahead and Storage

• Make Ahead: You can make this cake roll a day ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator.
• Freezing: You can freeze the cake roll for up to 3 months.
• Storing: Store leftover cake roll in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

FAQs

1. Can I use a different type of frosting?
Yes, you can use any type of frosting you like, such as buttercream frosting or cream cheese frosting with different flavors.

2. Can I make this cake roll without a stand mixer?
Yes, you can use a hand mixer to make the cake batter and the filling.

3. Can I make this cake roll gluten-free?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.

There you have it! A delicious and festive recipe for Christmas Red Velvet Cake Roll. I hope you enjoy it!

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