Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- Cotton candy flavoring (or cotton candy extract) – 1 teaspoon
- Pink and blue food coloring
For the Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy flavoring
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Separate Eggs: Separate the egg yolks and whites into two large bowls. Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
- Prepare the Batter: In another bowl, beat the egg yolks with 1/2 cup of sugar until pale and fluffy. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined. Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Add Cotton Candy Flavor: Add the cotton candy flavoring to the batter, mixing it in until evenly distributed.
- Fold in Egg Whites: Gently fold the egg whites into the batter in three parts, taking care not to deflate the mixture.
- Color the Batter: Divide the batter into two portions. Add a few drops of pink food coloring to one and blue to the other, mixing gently.
- Pour and Swirl: Pour the pink batter into the pan, followed by the blue batter. Use a knife or toothpick to swirl the colors together to create a marbled effect.
- Bake: Bake the cake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a clean kitchen towel or parchment paper. Roll the cake while it’s still warm to prevent cracking and set it aside to cool completely.
Prepare the Filling
- Whip the Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Add Flavoring: Gently fold in the cotton candy flavoring, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the whipped cream.
- Set Aside: Once the cream is ready, set it aside until you’re ready to assemble the cake.
Assemble the Cake
- Unroll the Cake: Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread the cotton candy whipped cream evenly across the cake, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Roll the Cake: Gently roll the cake back up, starting from one edge. Be sure to do this slowly and carefully to avoid any cracks.
- Chill: Place the rolled cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow it to set and hold its shape.
Serve the Cake
- Slice and Serve: Once chilled, slice the cake into thick rounds and serve on a platter. Enjoy the beautiful swirl and delicious flavor with every bite!
- Prep Time: 30 min.
- Cooling Time: 10 min.
- Cook Time: 20 min.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10-12 servings
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g