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Cinnamon Cake Roll Recipe
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The Cinnamon Cake Roll, also known as the Jelly Roll, is a delicious dessert that combines the warm,
comforting flavors of cinnamon with a light, fluffy cake. The name comes from the rolling technique
used to create the characteristic shape, which resembles a log or jelly roll. This delicious treat has
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been enjoyed for generations and offers a delicious balance of moist cake and fragrant cinnamon.To
serve this delicious cinnamon cake roll, there are a few options that pair beautifully with its flavors. A
classic option is a dollop of lightly whipped cream or a little powdered sugar to boost the sweetness.
For an added treat, a drizzle of melted chocolate or a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side can take
this dessert to a new level. In addition, a cup of hot tea or coffee goes perfectly with it and highlights
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the cinnamon notes of the cake.
Cinnamon Cake Roll Recipe:
Ingredients:
For the cake:
3/4 cup flour
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cloves
powdered sugar for rolling out the cake
For the icing:
5 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup eggnog
1/2 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
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1/2 tablespoon white rum or 1 teaspoon rum extract
For the glaze: 1 1/2 cups
powdered sugar 2 tablespoons eggnog
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 10″ x 15″ jelly roll pan with parchment paper or
aluminum foil. Spray aluminum foil or parchment with cooking spray.
2. Mix 3 eggs and 3/4 cup sugar in a bowl until well combined.Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and 1
teaspoon vanilla extract.
3. In another bowl, stir together 3/4 cup flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 tablespoon cinnamon,
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and 1/8 teaspoon cloves.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients to form a dough.Don’t mix too much.
5. Pour the dough into the prepared pan and bake for 9-10 minutes. While the cake is baking, prepare
a towel sprinkled with powdered sugar.
6.After baking, turn the cake onto the towel, roll it up and let it cool for a few hours.
7. While cooling, make the glaze by creaming the butter and adding powdered sugar, rum and
eggnog.
8. Once the cake has cooled, unroll, frost and roll again.9. Make a glaze from powdered sugar and
eggnog, pour over the cake, sprinkle with cinnamon and let it set before cutting and serving.
Whether you enjoy it as a delicious afternoon tea or as a spectacular dessert for special occasions, this
cinnamon cake roll will delight you with its perfect combination of sweetness and spice. Its versatility
allows for countless variations in fillings and toppings, making it a delicious dessert that everyone can
enjoy.