Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Baking the Cake
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until thick and light in color.
- Add vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and milk. Mix well.
- Gradually fold in sifted cake flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Pour batter onto prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
Cooling and Filling
- Once baked, turn the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
- Carefully peel off parchment paper, roll the cake tightly in the towel, and let cool completely.
Assembly
- In a saucepan, combine pitted cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened.
- Let the cherry mixture cool.
- In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional cream cheese until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake has cooled, unroll it gently and spread the whipped cream evenly.
- Spoon the cherry mixture on top and roll it back up.
Serving
- Slice the rolled cake into portions and serve.
- Top with fresh cherries, drizzled cherry sauce, and whipped cream swirls.
- Dust with powdered sugar for a beautiful finish.
Notes
Best served chilled. Wrap leftovers tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and keep in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Freeze for up to a month; thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
