Add a touch of elegance to your Christmas dessert table with this delightful Caramel Banana Cake Roll! Featuring a tender banana sponge, luscious cream cheese filling, and a decadent caramel drizzle, this cake roll is a show-stopping treat perfect for the holiday season. Each bite is a harmony of warm cinnamon, sweet banana, and rich caramel, making it a festive favorite your family and friends will adore. Wrap up your celebrations with this indulgent dessert that’s sure to bring smiles and festive cheer! 🎄🍌✨
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup mashed bananas (1 medium-sized banana)
- ½ cup powdered sugar, divided, for dusting
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup whipped topping (Cool Whip)
For the Topping:
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons caramel sundae topping
Directions
- Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: Beat eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract for 4-5 minutes until frothy and pale yellow. Mix in the mashed banana.
- Combine and Bake: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 12-13 minutes.
- Roll the Cake: Immediately turn the cake onto a clean tea towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper, roll the cake in the towel, and let it cool completely.
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping.
- Assemble the Cake: Unroll the cooled cake, spread the filling evenly, and re-roll. Chill until ready to serve.
- Finish and Serve: Dust the cake roll with powdered sugar and drizzle with caramel topping before slicing and serving.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 3 minutes
This Caramel Banana Cake Roll is a delightful way to sweeten your Christmas celebrations and impress your guests. Enjoy the festive season with this heavenly dessert! 🎄🍰🥰