Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with our Apple Pie Cake Roll with Mascarpone Filling. This elegant dessert combines the comforting tastes of apple pie and the light, airy texture of a cake roll, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. With a creamy mascarpone filling and a hint of warm spices, each slice promises to be both visually stunning and deliciously satisfying. Whether served at family gatherings or festive celebrations, this dessert is sure to earn rave reviews from friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 6 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup cake flour, sifted
- 1/3 cup confectioner’s sugar, for rolling the cake
- 2 medium apples, cored and diced
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- a pinch of ground nutmeg
- a pinch of cloves
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup confectioner’s sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 13 x 18 x 1-inch sheet pan with butter, flour, and parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, whip egg whites until foamy. Gradually add half the granulated sugar until stiff peaks form; set aside.
- In the same mixer bowl, beat egg yolks with remaining sugar and vanilla until well combined.
- Gently fold in whipped egg whites and sifted cake flour until just incorporated.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 8–12 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool on a towel dusted with confectioner’s sugar, then roll into a log while warm.
- Prepare apple filling by cooking diced apples with spices and brown sugar until softened.
- Beat mascarpone cheese with confectioner’s sugar until creamy.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread mascarpone filling, layer on apple filling, re-roll gently, trim edges if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or experimenting with different fruits like pears or peaches. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing results.