Description
This Heavenly Cherry Cheesecake Cake Roll is a delicious combination of light, fluffy cake rolled with a smooth cheesecake filling and topped with a luscious cherry pie filling. This impressive dessert is perfect for special occasions or holiday celebrations, with its sweet and creamy layers that will have everyone asking for more. Easy to make and visually stunning, it’s a must-try for cheesecake lovers.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For the Cherry Topping:
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it. - Make the Cake Batter:
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar on high speed for about 5 minutes, until thick and pale.
- Stir in vanilla extract, then gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Bake the Cake:
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the top springs back when lightly touched.
- Immediately invert the hot cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper, then roll the cake (starting from the short end) in the towel and let cool completely.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping until well combined.
- Assemble the Cake Roll:
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the cheesecake filling evenly over the surface.
- Re-roll the cake without the towel, placing it seam side down on a serving platter.
- Chill the cake roll for at least 1 hour to set.
- Add the Cherry Topping:
- Before serving, spoon the cherry pie filling over the top of the cake roll.
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- For a more decadent twist, drizzle the cake roll with melted white chocolate before adding the cherry topping.
- The cake roll can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg