Apricot Filled Cake Roll Recipe

Indulge in this delightful Apricot Filled Cake Roll (easily adaptable as a layer cake)! A light and fluffy white cake is generously filled with a luscious homemade apricot curd—a twist on the classic British lemon curd, with origins in Portugal. The cake is then frosted with creamy cream cheese frosting and adorned with crunchy crushed cashews and toasted coconut for a truly irresistible treat. Perfect for afternoon tea, birthdays, or any special occasion!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 744.5 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Apricot Filled Cake Roll

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Ingredients for Apricot Filled Cake Roll

  • Dried Apricots
  • White Wine
  • Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Egg Yolks
  • Lemon, Juice And Zest Of
  • Sweet Butter
  • White Cake Mix
  • Lemonade
  • Oil
  • Egg Whites
  • Lemon, Zest Of
  • Cream Cheese
  • Powdered Sugar
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Coconut Flakes
  • Cashews

How to Make Apricot Filled Cake Roll

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 15x10x1 inch jelly roll pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Immediately invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully peel off the parchment paper.
  8. Starting from the short side, gently roll the cake with the towel. Let cool completely.
  9. Meanwhile, prepare the apricot curd (see separate recipe instructions below).
  10. Once the cake is cool, unroll it and spread the apricot curd evenly over the surface.
  11. Reroll the cake gently and frost with cream cheese frosting.
  12. Garnish with crushed cashews and toasted coconut.
  13. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

302g

Fat

91g

Carbs

31g