Jam Roly Poly Recipe

Indulge in this classic British dessert! Our Jam Roly Poly recipe delivers a delightful, warm, jam-filled pastry, perfectly baked to golden perfection. Grandma's secret? Steaming or boiling it for extra moistness and a unique texture. This updated recipe makes it easy to achieve that same delicious result in your oven. Learn how to create this comforting treat, perfect for a family gathering or a cozy night in. Frozen butter is a great substitute if you can't find shredded suet!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 428.7 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jam Roly Poly

  • 225g self-raising flour
  • pinch of salt
  • 100g shredded suet
  • 200g jam
  • 50-75ml cold water

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How to Make Jam Roly Poly

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F/Gas Mark 6).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 225g self-raising flour, 100g shredded suet (or 100g frozen, grated butter), and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
  3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
  4. Gradually add 50-75ml cold water, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms. Add more water if needed to achieve a smooth consistency.
  5. Lightly flour a clean surface and knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
  6. Roll the dough into a 27cm x 23cm (11in x 9in) oblong rectangle.
  7. Spread 200g of your favorite jam evenly over the dough, leaving a 2.5cm (1-inch) border.
  8. Carefully roll up the dough tightly from the shorter side, starting at one end.
  9. Seal the seam by lightly wetting it with cold water.
  10. Wrap the roll loosely in a large piece of greased baking paper, then in foil. This helps prevent sticking and retains moisture.
  11. Place the wrapped roly-poly seam-down in a roasting tin.
  12. Bake for 40 minutes.
  13. Remove the foil and baking paper for the final 15 minutes of baking to allow the top to brown.
  14. Serve hot with custard or vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

49g

Carbs

19g