💜🍰 Delightfully Sweet Purple Yam Roll Cake (Ube Swiss Roll) ✨
Purple Yam Roll Cake, also known as Ube Swiss Roll, is a soft and airy sponge cake filled with a luscious ube cream filling and rolled into a beautiful spiral. With its naturally vibrant purple color and sweet, nutty vanilla flavor, this Filipino-inspired dessert is as stunning as it is delicious.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something unique, this Purple Yam Roll Cake is guaranteed to impress!
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💜 What Purple Yam Roll Cake Looks Like
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Soft, fluffy sponge cake
- Beautiful natural purple color
- Rich and creamy ube filling
- Perfect for celebrations
- A fun twist on classic Swiss rolls
- Filipino-inspired dessert favorite
🛒 Ingredients
Ube Sponge Cake
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Eggs, separated | 4 |
| Granulated sugar | ¾ cup |
| Vegetable oil | ¼ cup |
| Milk | ¼ cup |
| Ube extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Vanilla extract | ½ teaspoon |
| All-purpose flour | ¾ cup |
| Baking powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | ¼ teaspoon |
| Purple food coloring (optional) | 1–2 drops |
Ube Cream Filling
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Heavy whipping cream | 1 cup |
| Powdered sugar | ¼ cup |
| Ube halaya (purple yam jam) | ½ cup |
| Ube extract | ½ teaspoon |
Optional Garnishes
- Powdered sugar ✨
- Fresh berries 🍓
- Toasted coconut flakes 🥥
- Extra ube halaya drizzle 💜
👩🍳 How to Make Purple Yam Roll Cake
Step 1: Prepare the Pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Cake Batter
Beat egg yolks with half the sugar until pale.
Mix in:
- Vegetable oil
- Milk
- Ube extract
- Vanilla extract
In another bowl, whisk together:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Salt
Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the yolk mixture.
Step 3: Whip the Egg Whites
Beat egg whites until foamy.
Gradually add the remaining sugar and whip until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
Step 4: Bake
Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
Step 5: Roll While Warm
Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar.
Invert the cake onto the towel and carefully peel away the parchment.
Starting from the short end, roll the cake with the towel inside.
Allow to cool completely.
Step 6: Prepare the Filling
Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Fold in:
- Ube halaya
- Ube extract
Mix until smooth and fluffy.
Step 7: Fill and Roll
Carefully unroll the cooled cake.
Spread the ube cream evenly over the surface.
Re-roll the cake without the towel.
Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30–60 minutes.
Step 8: Slice and Serve
Dust with powdered sugar or decorate as desired.
Slice and enjoy!
💡 Tips for the Perfect Ube Roll Cake
- Roll the cake while it’s still warm to prevent cracking.
- Don’t overbake the sponge cake.
- Use quality ube extract for authentic flavor.
- Chill before slicing for cleaner swirls.
🌟 Delicious Variations
🥥 Ube Coconut Roll Cake
Add toasted coconut to the filling.
🍓 Ube Berry Roll
Layer fresh strawberries inside.
🧀 Ube Cream Cheese Roll
Mix softened cream cheese into the filling.
🍫 Ube Chocolate Roll
Drizzle with white or dark chocolate.
🧁 Mini Ube Cake Rolls
Cut the cake into smaller individual portions.
🧊 Storage Tips
Refrigerator
Store covered for up to 4 days.
Freezer
Freeze whole or sliced for up to 1 month.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
❓ FAQ
What is ube?
Ube is a purple yam commonly used in Filipino desserts. It has a mildly sweet, nutty, vanilla-like flavor.
Can I use ube jam instead of extract?
Yes! Ube halaya adds both flavor and richness.
Why did my cake crack?
The cake may have cooled too much before rolling or may have been slightly overbaked.
Can I make this ahead?
Absolutely! It’s even better after chilling for a few hours.
💜 Final Thoughts
Delightfully Sweet Purple Yam Roll Cake is a gorgeous dessert that combines a light sponge cake with the irresistible flavor of ube. Its eye-catching color and creamy filling make it a standout treat for any occasion.
One slice of this Purple Yam Roll Cake, and you’ll understand why ube desserts are loved around the world. 💜🍰✨🌸🥥
