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Banana Roll Cake
A banana roll cake is a delicious dessert made from a thin, light sponge cake that is rolled around a flavorful banana filling. The dominant taste in a banana roll cake is, of course, banana. Ripe bananas provide a sweet and fruity flavor with subtle hints of tartness. It's a perfect treat for banana lovers and anyone with a sweet tooth.
Ingredients:
| Name | Metric | US |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten Free Flour | 100 gr | 3/4 cups |
| Eggs | 3 | 3 |
| Sugar | 100 gr | 1/2 cup |
| Banana, mashed | 120 gr | 1/2 cup |
| Baking Soda | 3 gr | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Baking Powder | 3 gr | 1/2 teaspoon |
| Salt | 2 gr | 1/4 teaspoon |
| Powdered Sugar | 8 gr | 1 tablespoon |
Filling Ingredients
- Cream Cheese, room temperature - 115 gr
- Powdered Sugar, sifted - 60 gr
- Banana, mashed - 120 gr
- Heavy Whipped Cream, cold - 240 ml
- Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed, optional - 15 ml
Chocolate Glaze
- Semisweet Chocolate Chips - 200 gr
- Cococnut Butter - 25 gr
Equipment:
- Hand Mixer
- Baking Sheet 9 x 13-inch
Steps:
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 °F / 180°C. Line a baking sheet (9 x 13-inch) with parchment paper and lightly oil it. In a medium bowl whisk together GF flour (¾ cup), baking soda (½ tsp) and baking powder (½ tsp).
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine eggs (3), sugar (½ cup) and salt (1/4 tsp). Beat on high until thickened and light in color for about 10 - 12 minutes.
Step 3
Cut 1 ripe banana into 1” pieces and mash it with a fork. Add banana into egg mixture and beat on low for 30 seconds.
Step 4
Sift dry ingredients into the batter. Using a mixer on low, gently mix in the dry ingredients; try not to over mix.
Step 5
Spread batter evenly into the prepared baking sheet. Use spatula to evenly spread the batter throughout the baking sheet. Bake for 15 mins until dark golden.
Step 6
Prepare a clean, lint-free kitchen towel, dust it with powdered sugar or cocoa powder. Turn the cake out onto the towel and peel off the wax paper used to line the baking sheet.
Step 7
Starting with a short side of the cake, roll up the towel and the warm cake together into a spiral.
Step 8
To make cake roll filling: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese (115 gr) on low-medium for 1 minute. Add freshly squeezed lemon juice (1 tbsp) and sifted powdered sugar (1/2 cup ) and beat again for 1 minute. While still beating, add heavy whipping cream (1 1/4 cups), switch to high and beat for about 3 mins or until thick and fluffy. Refrigerate filling until you’re ready to use it.
Step 9
Unroll the cooled cake, leaving the cake on the towel.
Step 10
Spread the filling over the top of the cake to within 1 inch of the edges.
Step 11
Loosely roll up the cake starting with the short side and place your cake roll seam side down on a serving platter.
Step 12
If using chocolate glaze: Combine chocolate chips (¾ cup) and coconut butter (2 tbsp) in a double boiler over hot, but not boiling water. Gently stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Spread warm glaze over top of your cooled roll cake, letting it drizzle down the sides.
Notes:
Banana Roll Cake
The main reasons why a cake rolls cracks are:
- Not whisking your eggs enough so the sponge is flat and rubbery (The eggs will become pale and creamy and triple in volume. The easiest way to check if your eggs are done is if you can draw a figure 8 on the surface of the eggs using a trail of the egg mixture. If you can still see the number 8 on the surface when you’re finished drawing, the eggs are good to go. If it sinks, keep mixing.)
- Over-mixing the cake batter and knocking the air out of the sponge.
- Under- or over-baking the sponge.
- Not rolling the cake while it is still hot.
Banana Roll Cake Additional information:
A Sweet Holiday Surprise: The Banana Roll Cake
It was a crisp December afternoon, the kind of day that hinted at the approaching holidays. The air was filled with the scent of pine and freshly fallen snow, while inside the warm kitchen, Crina was busy preparing a special dessert. The holiday season was her favorite time of year, not just for the festivities, but for the joy of sharing homemade treats with loved ones. Her cat, Mango, lay lazily by the window, watching the snowflakes fall with a serene gaze, as though he, too, could feel the magic of the season.
For weeks, Crina had been planning a surprise for her family’s holiday gathering. This year, she wanted to create something a little different—something simple yet unforgettable. As she flipped through her recipe book, her eyes landed on a beautiful image of a Banana Roll Cake. It looked soft and delicate, the kind of dessert that would melt in your mouth and brighten any table. Plus, she could already picture how the golden-brown cake would pair perfectly with the festive atmosphere and the scent of spices lingering in the air.
“I think this will be perfect,” Crina said to herself, already gathering the ingredients. Mango stretched lazily on his favorite cushion, completely unfazed by the kitchen bustle. Crina cracked the eggs, feeling the holiday spirit settle over her with each step of the process. It was the little things—like the sound of the whisk beating the eggs into soft peaks, or the warm glow from the oven—that made the holidays so magical.
The smell of fresh banana blended with the rich scent of vanilla and a hint of cinnamon filled the room. As Crina spread the batter onto the baking sheet, she imagined the joy her family would feel when they saw the roll cake, golden and fresh, ready to be devoured. She carefully baked it, her heart racing with anticipation.
When the cake came out of the oven, it was perfect—slightly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. With a light dusting of powdered sugar, it was already beautiful, but Crina had one more step to complete: the chocolate glaze. It was the finishing touch she had been dreaming of. Mango, now curious, padded over to the kitchen counter, sniffing the air as Crina poured the rich, glossy chocolate glaze over the cake. Watching it drip down the sides in elegant swirls, Crina smiled, imagining how the chocolate and banana flavors would melt together in the most delightful way.
As the afternoon turned into evening, Crina carefully set the table. Candles flickered on the dining room table, casting a warm glow that echoed the feeling of home. She placed the Banana Roll Cake at the center, its glossy chocolate topping glimmering like a holiday treasure. Mango, still following the delicious scent, sat attentively at her feet, his eyes wide with curiosity.
When her family arrived, their faces lit up with excitement at the sight of the dessert. The warmth of the room, the soft laughter, and the rich, sweet aroma filled the air as Crina sliced the cake. The first bite was met with wide eyes and delighted smiles.
“This is amazing!” her sister exclaimed. “It’s the perfect balance of sweetness and that rich chocolate glaze.”
Crina’s heart swelled with pride, knowing she had created something that not only tasted wonderful but also brought her loved ones together. As the evening went on, the cake disappeared slice by slice, the simple yet elegant dessert becoming the highlight of their holiday celebration. Mango, of course, stayed by Crina’s side, occasionally getting a little attention from the guests, his playful nature adding another layer of joy to the evening.
And as the night drew to a close, Crina knew this Banana Roll Cake would become a new tradition, passed down through the years, a sweet memory wrapped in the warmth of the holidays—and always accompanied by her loyal cat, Mango, watching over the festivities.