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Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll

Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll

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Indulge in the whimsical charm of our Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll, a delightful dessert that embodies the nostalgic sweetness of cotton candy. This soft and fluffy chiffon cake is rolled with airy whipped cream, creating a visually stunning treat perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or simply to brighten your day. With its pastel colors and subtle sweetness, this cake will impress guests at any gathering. Easy to make and customizable, it can be prepared in advance for effortless entertaining.

  • Total Time: 42 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cotton candy extract
  • 1 teaspoon unflavored vegan gelatin powder
  • 4 teaspoons water
  • 6 egg whites
  • 55 grams granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • gel colors (as desired)
  • 90 ml whole fat milk
  • 20 ml vegetable oil
  • 30 grams granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cotton candy extract
  • 70 grams cake flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line an 8 X 12" baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, first portion of sugar, and cotton candy extract. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together dry ingredients: cake flour and sea salt.
  4. Create a well in the dry mix; pour in wet ingredients and gently combine without overmixing.
  5. In a clean bowl, whip egg whites until frothy; add cream of tartar and gradually increase speed until stiff peaks form. Slowly add second portion of sugar.
  6. Fold meringue into batter in three additions.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan; bake for about 10-12 minutes until skewer comes out clean.
  8. Cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Prepare whipped cream filling by blooming vegan gelatin with water and mixing into whipped cream until stiff peaks form.
  10. Spread whipped cream on cooled cake and roll tightly from one short edge using parchment paper for assistance. Wrap and refrigerate before serving.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 155
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 49mg
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