LEMON CAKE ROLL

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This recipe dates back quite a few years. My mother made it for me when I was a child, and I'm now in my 70s.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cold water
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper. Grease the paper; set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs for 3 minutes. Gradually add sugar; beat for 2 minutes or until mixture becomes thick and lemon-colored. Stir in water. Combine dry ingredients; fold into egg mixture. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. , Bake for 12-14 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool cake in pan on a wire rack for 5 minutes. , Invert onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off waxed paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., For filling, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, flour, egg, water and lemon juice. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. , Unroll cake; spread filling evenly over cake to within 1 in. of edges. Roll up again. Place seam side down on a serving platter. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Angel Delaine
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This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Abdul Mukul
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This cake roll was a disaster! The sponge cake was dry and crumbly, and the lemon filling was too tart. I would not recommend this recipe.


Tolol Bener
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the cake roll was still very good. I would recommend using less sugar in the filling next time.


Saib Afgan
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This cake roll was delicious! The lemon flavor was perfect and the cake was so moist. I will definitely be making this again.


Wintress21
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The lemon cake roll was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the light and fluffy texture of the cake and the tangy lemon filling. I will definitely be making this again.


RUSHIGAJIKI Potien
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cake roll turned out beautifully. The lemon flavor was subtle but present, and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again!


Maurice Walker
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This lemon cake roll was a delightful treat! The sponge cake was light and fluffy, and the lemon filling was perfectly tart and sweet. It was the perfect dessert for a summer gathering.


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