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Lemon Blueberry Sponge Cake Roll

This delightful Lemon Blueberry Sponge Cake Roll is a light and fluffy dessert that combines the tartness of lemons with the sweetness of blueberries. It’s perfect for a spring or summer gathering and adds a cheerful touch to any table.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 190 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 15x10 inch jelly roll pan
  • 1 Parchment paper
  • 2 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Electric mixer
  • 1 Rubber spatula
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Kitchen towel
  • 1 Wire rack for cooling

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (100g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (65g)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (150g)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (15g)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • extra blueberries for garnish (optional)
  • extra lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line the jelly roll pan with parchment paper, allowing some to overhang the edges for easy removal.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together with an electric mixer on high speed until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add in vanilla extract and lemon zest, mixing to combine.
  • In another bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula until no streaks remain.
  • Gently fold in the blueberries to the batter, being careful not to break them.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes or until the cake is lightly golden and springs back when touched.
  • Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and immediately dust the top with powdered sugar. Place a clean kitchen towel on top and carefully invert the cake onto the towel, peeling off the parchment paper.
  • Roll the cake up gently in the towel, starting from the short end, and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  • While the cake cools, whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and lemon juice in a mixing bowl until stiff peaks form.
  • Once the cake is cool, unroll it carefully, spread the whipped cream mixture evenly on top, and sprinkle with any remaining blueberries.
  • Reroll the cake without the towel and place it seam-side down on a serving platter. Chill for about 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Serve with extra blueberries and lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Make sure to use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture.
The sponge cake base can also be flavored with other fruits or extracts based on your preference.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.