EGGNOG CAKE ROLL

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This festive dessert is on the menu for lots of special occasions at our house- especially Christmas. The eggnog flavor really comes through, making it a natural for holiday entertaining.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 large eggs, separated
3/4 cup sugar, divided
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
3/4 cup sifted cake flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, divided
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1-1/2 cups eggnog
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
2/3 cup quartered maraschino cherries
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup heavy whipping cream
Green food coloring
Additional maraschino cherries, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored, about 3 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of sugar; beat 2 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla; mix well. , In another bowl, beat egg whites until foamy; gradually add remaining sugar, beating until soft peaks form. Fold into yolk mixture Combine cake flour, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. Fold into egg mixture until no flour streaks remaining. Spread batter evenly in a greased and floured 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 375° for 13-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean., Turn out onto a linen towel dusted with 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar. Roll cake up in towel, starting with a short end. Cool on wire rack. Meanwhile, for filling, combine cornstarch and a small amount of eggnog in a saucepan; mix until smooth. stir in remaining eggnog; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat; stir in remaining vanilla. Cool., Unroll cake; spread with filling. Sprinkle with pineapple, cherries and coconut; roll up again. Whip cream with remaining confectioners' sugar; tint green. Spread over outside of cake roll. Chill 3-4 hours. Garnish with cherries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 117mg cholesterol, Sodium 132mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Laiba Gull
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This cake roll was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still a nice holiday treat.


Hinza Tariq
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I'm not a huge fan of eggnog, but this cake roll was surprisingly good! The eggnog flavor was very mild, and the cake was moist and fluffy.


Tina Bologna
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This cake roll is a beautiful and delicious addition to any holiday table. The eggnog flavor is subtle and not overpowering, and the cake is moist and fluffy.


malapa kenneth
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I was looking for a new eggnog recipe to try this holiday season, and this cake roll definitely didn't disappoint! It was so easy to make, and the eggnog flavor was perfect.


Mudasir Ali
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This cake roll is the perfect winter dessert. It's warm and comforting, and the eggnog flavor is just right.


Salkan Kna
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This is my new favorite holiday dessert! It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tristin Labuschagne
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I've made this cake roll several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday dessert.


Njabulo Ngcobo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake roll didn't turn out as well as I hoped. The cake was a little dry, and the filling was too runny.


Skyler Ssnchez
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I made this cake roll for my family Christmas party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


Vitaliy Bondarenko
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This was my first time making a cake roll, and it turned out great! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cake roll was beautiful and delicious.


Rateytv
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This cake roll was absolutely delicious! The eggnog flavor was perfect, and the cake was so moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Ali Sher LAKHAN
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I'm not usually a fan of eggnog, but this cake roll changed my mind. The eggnog flavor was rich and creamy, but not overpowering. The cake itself was light and airy, and the filling was smooth and velvety. I'll definitely be making this again for my


Hussein Mahamed Kalif
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This eggnog cake roll was a hit at my holiday party! It was so moist and fluffy, and the eggnog flavor was perfectly subtle. I'll definitely be making this again next year.