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Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll

Delightful Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll for Sweet Celebrations

Discover the whimsical delight of Japanese Cotton Candy Cake Roll, a pastel dessert that brings joy to any celebration.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 42 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup cake flour all-purpose flour can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup whole milk almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil canola oil is a substitute
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cotton candy extract vanilla or almond extract can be used for a different flavor
  • 4 large egg whites essential for structure
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar can be replaced with lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon gel food coloring stick to gel for best results
For the Whipped Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream works as a dairy-free substitute
  • 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin agar-agar can be used as a vegetarian substitute

Equipment

  • 8x12-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line an 8×12” baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the whole milk, vegetable oil, and granulated sugar until fully blended.
  3. Sift together the cake flour and sea salt in another bowl. Create a well and gently pour in the wet ingredients.
  4. Beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy and gradually add remaining sugar until glossy and stiff peaks form.
  5. Gently fold the meringue into the batter in three additions, ensuring you maintain volume.
  6. Spread the batter in the prepared baking pan and bake for 10–12 minutes until set.
  7. Cool the cake in the pan for a few minutes before flipping onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Bloom the gelatin in cold water. Whip the chilled heavy cream and sugar until soft peaks form, then add gelatin and cotton candy extract.
  9. Spread the whipped cream filling over the cooled cake and roll tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
  10. Unwrap the cake roll, trim edges, slice, and serve with powdered sugar or white chocolate drizzle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to whip the meringue to glossy peaks and avoid overwhipping. Use gel food coloring for vibrant pastel results.

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