Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan well, lining it with parchment paper that has an overhang on the sides. Grease the parchment paper as well.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
- In a large bowl (or the bowl of your stand mixer), cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a small bowl, combine the white vinegar and buttermilk, setting it aside.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the buttermilk mixture. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Stir in the pink gel food coloring until you reach your desired shade of pink.
- Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly.
Baking and Rolling
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare a clean kitchen towel by dusting it generously with powdered sugar.
- As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, immediately invert it onto the prepared towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper.
- Starting from one of the short ends, roll the cake up tightly in the towel.
- Let the rolled cake cool completely on a wire rack for about 1-2 hours.
Making the Filling
- In a large bowl (or the bowl of your stand mixer), cream together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Beat the filling until it becomes light and fluffy, roughly 2-3 minutes.
Assembly
- Once the cake is completely cool, gently unroll it. Be cautious, as it may crack a little.
- Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the surface of the cake, leaving about a ½ inch border along one of the long edges.
- Starting from the edge with the filling, carefully reroll the cake tightly, wrapping it in plastic wrap.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
- Before serving, dust the roll cake with powdered sugar. Trim the ends to create a clean, even look and slice into 1-inch thick pieces.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream and berries for a delightful treat. Consider dressing it up with edible flowers or colorful sprinkles for an Instagram-ready dessert!
