Passover Citrus Sponge Roll

This elegant Passover Citrus Sponge Roll combines a delicate, airy sponge made with potato starch and eggs with a vibrant, tangy orange filling. The sponge is incredibly light and tender, relying on whipped egg whites for its lift, making it a classic choice for holidays where wheat is avoided. The filling, a rich custard-like curd infused with fresh orange and lemon juice, provides a bright contrast to the sweet sponge. It's an impressive yet manageable dessert that brings a burst of citrus flavor to your table. Ideal for spring celebrations, family gatherings, or any time you crave a sophisticated, gluten-free treat. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor balance.

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling

Cuisine: American

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 280

Dietary: Vegan

Description

This elegant Passover Citrus Sponge Roll combines a delicate, airy sponge made with potato starch and eggs with a vibrant, tangy orange filling. The sponge is incredibly light and tender, relying on whipped egg whites for its lift, making it a classic choice for holidays where wheat is avoided. The filling, a rich custard-like curd infused with fresh orange and lemon juice, provides a bright contrast to the sweet sponge. It's an impressive yet manageable dessert that brings a burst of citrus flavor to your table. Ideal for spring celebrations, family gatherings, or any time you crave a sophisticated, gluten-free treat. Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor balance.

Ingredients

Eggs
Egg Yolk
Superfine Sugar
Lemon (juice and zest)
Sifted Potato Starch
Salt
Sugar
Potato Starch
Orange Juice
Lemon Juice
Egg Yolks
Margarine

Directions

1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Separate the eggs, placing whites in a large, clean bowl and yolks in a separate medium bowl.
3
Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually add half of the superfine sugar while beating, then set aside.
4
In the bowl with the yolks, beat in the remaining sugar until the mixture is very light and fluffy.
5
Stir the lemon juice, lemon zest, sifted potato starch, and salt into the yolk mixture until well combined.
6
Gently fold one-quarter of the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it, then carefully fold in the remaining whites.
7
Spread the batter evenly onto a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and lightly sprayed with non-stick vegetable oil spray.
8
Smooth the surface of the batter gently with a spatula.
9
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the sponge has risen slightly and is lightly browned.
10
Remove the sponge from the oven and immediately turn it out onto a clean kitchen towel or parchment paper.
11
Allow the sponge to cool completely on the towel.
12
While the sponge cools, make the filling: Combine sugar, potato starch, orange juice, and lemon juice in a saucepan.
13
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
14
Boil for 1 minute, continuing to stir, until the mixture thickens slightly.
15
Remove the saucepan from the heat.
16
In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks.
17
Slowly stir a small amount of the hot orange mixture into the egg yolks to temper them, then pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
18
Cook the mixture gently over low heat for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until thickened.
19
Stir in the margarine until melted and smooth. Allow the filling to cool completely before using.
20
Spread the cooled orange filling evenly over the cooled sponge cake.
21
Using the towel to help lift and guide, gently roll up the cake.
22
Sprinkle with additional sugar or serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 280kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.0g13%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 210mg70%
Sodium 45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g16%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 44.0g
Protein 5.5g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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