Swiss roll

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Preparation info
  • For

    8-12

    people
    • Difficulty

      Medium

Appears in
Oats in the North, Wheat from the South: The history of British Baking, savoury and sweet

By Regula Ysewijn

Published 2020

  • About

Swiss roll or Jelly roll originated in the 19th century. Its origins are not entirely certain because many cultures have a similar cake. The British are extra enthusiastic because it reminds them of that other classic, Jam roly-poly. You can experiment with the flavours of fillings and toppings, but my favourite will always be the classic combination of strawberry and cream.