Strawberry Roll Cake
A Strawberry Roll Cake, often called a Swiss roll or jelly roll, is a light sponge cake that is rolled with a sweet filling, typically whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This popular dessert is a staple in many Western bakeries and has been adapted into various styles globally, including the Japanese strawberry shortcake roll. The cake's signature swirl comes from carefully rolling the warm sponge before filling it to prevent cracking.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates from the sugar and flour, and also contains a significant amount of fat from the cream and eggs. A typical slice provides a quick energy boost and some calcium from the dairy, with a rough calorie estimate of 250-350 per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 24 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 150 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
Per 1 slice (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The technique of rolling a cake while warm is a classic baking skill that creates its distinctive spiral pattern. Nutritionally, the combination of light sponge and fresh fruit offers a textural contrast that makes it a popular choice for celebrations and afternoon tea.
