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Genoise for Swiss Roll

A delightful, airy sponge cake that's perfect for Swiss rolls, customizable with various rich fillings for an impressive dessert experience.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large large eggs Make sure they are at room temperature.
  • 120 g granulated sugar About 1/2 cup.
  • 120 g all-purpose flour About 1 cup.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances the flavor.
  • 30 g unsalted butter, melted About 2 tbsp.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Can be substituted with almond or lemon extract.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10×15-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs with the granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture doubles in volume and becomes thick and pale, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Carefully sift the all-purpose flour and salt into the egg mixture a little at a time, gently folding with a spatula until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter and vanilla extract. Slowly pour this mixture into the batter while gently folding it in until smooth.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it into an even layer.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
  7. Let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes before inverting onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Roll the cake with the towel while it's still warm and allow it to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, gently unroll the cake, spread your favorite filling over the surface, and carefully reroll it. Slice and serve.

Notes

For best results, ensure eggs are fresh and at room temperature. Experiment with flavors by substituting vanilla extract. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for 2-3 days, or freeze unfilled cake for up to 1 month.