Coconut and passion fruit swiss roll, perfect as a yule log

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Dessert
Very Easy
42 min
362 Kcal

Now here's a seriously upgraded cake roll! It's a great idea for a fruity, sunny dessert that's also perfect as a birthday cake :-) Easy to make, so we'll leave you with our step-by-step recipe below, accompanied by photos to illustrate each step. Enjoy!

Ingredients

6

Sponge cake:

Cream:

Materials

  • 1 electric mixer
  • 1 sponge cake pan (or a baking sheet)
  • parchment paper
  • 1 spatula
  • a damp tea towel

Preparation

Preparation15 min
Waiting time15 min
Cook time12 min
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 1Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Add the sugar and beat again. Once it's well incorporated, add the yolks and vanilla and mix well.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 2Incorporate the sifted flour and the grated coconut into the mixture using a spatula. Transfer the batter to a baking sheet lined with greased parchment paper.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 3Put the creams in the freezer. Bake the sponge cake for 12 minutes at 350°F (180°C). Then remove from the oven, cover with a damp cloth and leave to cool down.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 4Beat the cold cream, cold coconut cream, mascarpone, vanilla, and sugar until thick and firm.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 5Spread the cream (keep some for later ↓) on top of the sponge cake and sprinkle some grated coconut on top. Spread the passion fruit pulp (keep some for later ↓) over the entire surface.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 6Gently roll the sponge cake. Transfer to serving platter.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 7Cover the roll with cream and sprinkle with grated coconut. Add a little passion fruit pulp on top and decorate with half a passion fruit.
  • Coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll, perfect as a Yule log - Preparation step 8Keep the roll chilled until serving. And that's it—it's ready!

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FAQ ❓

How long does it take to prepare the coconut and passion fruit Swiss roll?

The total preparation time is 42 minutes, including 15 minutes of prep time, 15 minutes of resting time, and 12 minutes of baking.
Yes, you can replace the coconut cream with heavy cream, but this will slightly change the dessert's flavor and texture.
It's recommended that you keep the roll chilled until serving to maintain its texture and freshness.
Yes, you can make the roll ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator, but it's best to add the filling just before serving.
You can use other tropical fruits, such as mango or pineapple, but this will change the flavor of the coconut and passion fruit roll.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 362Kcal
  • Carbo: 42.6g
  • Total fat: 33.5g
  • Saturated fat: 21.8g
  • Proteins: 9.6g
  • Fibers: 3.9g
  • Sugar: 30.4g
  • ProPoints: 14
  • SmartPoints: 20
Nutritional information for 1 serving (188g)

Cookware

oven
blender

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
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Juliette HessJuliette Hess
I have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!

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