Apple Cake Roll
I consider this Apple Cake Roll one of my best fall recipes because it combines simplicity with elegance, and the comforting flavors make it a true seasonal favorite. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a cozy weekend at home, this Apple Swiss Roll Cake is sure to become a new autumn staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
- 9 Fuji apples or your favorite baking apples
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup milk
- ¼ cup oil
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Peel, core, and grate the apples using a box grater.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine the grated apples, brown sugar and cinnamon
- Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender and caramelized.
- Remove from heat and prepare the baking sheet.
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the cooked apple filling evenly over the parchment, creating a thin, uniform layer.
- Next, separate the egg whites from yolks.
- To a large mixing bowl, add egg yolks, vanilla extract, oil and milk. Whisk together to combine, add flour and baking powder. Mix everything.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites with sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully fold in the beaten egg whites into the batter, one-third at a time, until fully incorporated. Use a gentle folding motion to maintain the airiness.
- Pour the batter over the apple filling on the prepared baking sheet.
- Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly over the apples.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Place a sheet of parchment paper over the top of the cake.
- Carefully flip the cake onto a wooden board or another baking sheet.
- Gently peel away the parchment paper from the apples.
- While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up from one long end to the other, using the parchment paper to help. Let it cool completely in this rolled shape.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar.
- Slice and serve!
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Notes
This Apple Cake Roll is truly a fall favorite — a perfect combination of light, fluffy sponge and fragrant, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. Its beautiful spiral presentation makes it an impressive centerpiece for any dessert table, yet it’s surprisingly easy to make.
Enjoy baking this delightful dessert and sharing it with loved ones. Once you taste that first slice, you’ll understand why it’s one of my favorite fall recipes.
Happy baking and happy fall!