South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert Recipe

Warm up on chilly days with this beloved South African dessert! A traditional favorite, this roly poly is incredibly easy and quick to make, resulting in a delightful treat. Serve it warm, straight from the oven, or elevate it with a scoop of ice cream or a dollop of custard. See the step-by-step photos (link to photos here) for visual guidance on rolling the dough and the pre-baked pudding and sauce. This recipe is perfect for cozy nights and family gatherings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 719.9 kcal
Protein 19g
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How to Make South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Spread the jam evenly over the rolled-out dough.
  6. Tightly roll up the dough, starting from the long edge.
  7. Place the rolled dough into the prepared baking dish, seam-side down.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together the custard powder, sugar, and milk until smooth.
  9. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the rolled dough.
  10. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pudding is set.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm, with ice cream or custard!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

202g

Fat

95g

Carbs

32g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert?

South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert?

South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert has approximately 719.9 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 49 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert?

The key ingredients for South African Roly Poly Baked Dessert are Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Butter, Eggs, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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