Luscious Lemon Cream Roll Cake with Lemon Glaze

Luscious Lemon Cream Roll Cake with Lemon Glaze

Ingredients:
4 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Lemon zest (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a jelly roll pan (about 15×10 inches) by lining it with parchment paper and lightly greasing it.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the 4 eggs using an electric mixer on high speed until they are thick and pale, about 5 minutes. Gradually add in the 1 cup granulated sugar, continuing to beat until fully combined and fluffy.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder. Slowly fold this dry mixture into the egg mixture until just combined. Be gentle to retain the airiness!
4. Add the 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the batter, folding until smooth and well mixed.
5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and spread gently. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
6. Once done, remove the cake from the oven. Invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel sprinkled with powdered sugar, gently peeling off the parchment paper. Roll the towel with the cake inside, starting at one end. Let it cool completely while rolled.
7. Meanwhile, prepare the lemon glaze by mixing 1 cup powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth and pourable.
8. Unroll the cooled cake carefully. Spread a layer of lemon cream or lemon curd across the surface, then roll the cake back up without the towel.
9. Place the cake seam-side down on a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon glaze over the top, and garnish with lemon zest for a pop of color and flavor.
10. Slice and serve your luscious lemon cream roll cake, enjoying the burst of citrus delight in every bite!
    Nutritional Information: Approx. 180 calories per slice (based on 12 slices), including 6g fat, 27g carbohydrates, and 3g protein.
    Time: Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes