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Purple Velvet Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling

Purple Velvet Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including cooling and chilling time)
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free flour substitute)

Description

The Purple Velvet Cake Roll with Cream Cheese Filling is a vibrant and moist dessert that features a deep purple cake rolled with a rich, tangy cream cheese filling. This elegant yet simple recipe delivers a soft texture and perfect flavor balance, making it an eye-catching and delicious treat ideal for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Purple food coloring or natural alternative (such as purple sweet potato powder or beet juice), as needed

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cake Batter: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Sift together the flour and baking powder to ensure even texture. In a separate bowl, whisk sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, then gradually add vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Add your purple food coloring or natural dye until the batter achieves a deep purple shade. Gently fold in the dry ingredients, taking care to maintain the batter’s airiness.
  2. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking sheet and smooth the surface with a spatula. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the edges slightly pull away from the pan. Avoid overbaking to keep the cake moist and pliable.
  3. Roll and Cool the Cake: While the cake is still warm, invert it onto a clean kitchen towel lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully peel off the parchment paper, then roll the cake and towel together to shape it. Allow it to cool completely while rolled to prevent cracks and help it retain its rolled form.
  4. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth and creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until fluffy. Stir in lemon juice or zest to enhance freshness and flavor balance.
  5. Assemble the Cake Roll: Gently unroll the cooled cake and spread an even layer of cream cheese filling over the surface. Roll the cake tightly again, this time without the towel, to seal the filling inside. Chill the cake roll in the refrigerator for at least one hour to set the filling prior to slicing.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs, butter, and cream cheese for smooth batter and filling.
  • Fold dry ingredients gently to keep the cake light and airy.
  • Roll the cake while it is still warm to prevent cracking.
  • Chill the rolled cake before slicing to firm up the filling.
  • Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and tidy edges.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/10 of cake roll)
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 22 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 25 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: purple velvet cake roll, cream cheese filling, cake roll, vibrant dessert, roll cake, gluten-free dessert option

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