Description
This Galaxy Cake Roll is a stunning cosmic-inspired dessert featuring a vibrant swirl sponge cake, a light cream cheese filling, and a rich chocolate ganache. The perfect treat for space-themed parties, birthdays, or any special occasion!
Ingredients
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Cake Roll
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp buttermilk
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring: black, purple, teal, blue
Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups Cool Whip
Chocolate Ganache
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Black gel food coloring
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake Batter
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and spray with non-stick baking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat eggs on high speed for 3 minutes until pale and foamy. Gradually add sugar, mixing until thick.
- Add vegetable oil, buttermilk, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Fold in the dry ingredients gently to avoid deflating the batter.
Step 2: Create the Galaxy Swirl
- Divide the batter evenly into four bowls. Add black, purple, teal, and blue food gel to each bowl and stir until fully colored.
- Drizzle the colors into the prepared pan, alternating to create a marbled effect.
- Lightly swirl with a toothpick or skewer for a galaxy look.
Step 3: Bake & Roll the Cake
- Bake for 12-13 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
- While baking, prepare a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
- Once baked, immediately flip the cake onto the towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper.
- Roll the cake with the towel inside and place on a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 4: Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Fold in Cool Whip gently until smooth.
Step 5: Fill & Re-Roll the Cake
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the filling evenly, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.
- Roll the cake back up tightly (without the towel) and place seam-side down on a tray.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Step 6: Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl.
- Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just before boiling, then pour over the chocolate.
- Let sit for 1-2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Mix in black food coloring to deepen the color.
Step 7: Decorate the Cake
- Place the chilled cake roll on a wire rack over a tray.
- Pour the ganache over the cake, using a spatula to smooth.
- Sprinkle with edible glitter, star sprinkles, and metallic sugar pearls.
- Return to the refrigerator for 20 minutes to set before slicing.
Notes
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Make-Ahead Tip: Bake and roll the cake a day in advance, then fill and decorate before serving.
- For a More Chocolatey Version: Add ¼ cup cocoa powder to the batter and use dark chocolate ganache.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes+30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg