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Apple Roll in 15 Minutes

Emily Bakes
October 14, 2025
Quick and easy Apple Roll recipe ready in 15 minutes

Looking for a quick and delicious dessert that will impress family and friends? This Apple Roll in 15 Minutes is the perfect solution! With its tender, fluffy texture and sweet apple filling, this easy recipe is perfect for any occasion. In no time, you’ll have a delightful treat that satisfies your sweet cravings and makes your kitchen smell heavenly. Let’s dive into this quick and easy recipe!

Ingredients

  • 5 eggs (5 large eggs)
  • 120 g sugar (½ cup sugar)
  • 10 g vanilla sugar (1 packet vanilla sugar)
  • 100 g flour (¾ cup flour)
  • 50 ml milk (¼ cup milk)
  • 50 ml oil (¼ cup vegetable oil)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (1 tsp baking powder)
  • A pinch of salt (a pinch of salt)
  • 5-6 apples (5-6 medium-sized apples)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (2 tbsp sugar)
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon (2 tbsp ground cinnamon)

Directions

  1. Prepare the Apples: Peel the apples and grate them using a large grater. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon to the grated apples. Mix well.
  2. Cook the Apples: Sauté the mixture in a dry frying pan until the liquid evaporates. Once done, remove from heat and let it cool.
  3. Beat the Eggs: In a mixing bowl, beat the 5 eggs with 120 g of sugar and a pinch of salt. Add the 10 g of vanilla sugar to the egg mixture and continue beating until fluffy.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in 100 g of flour along with 1 teaspoon of baking powder. Mix gently until combined.
  5. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Gradually pour in 50 ml of oil and 50 ml of milk, mixing until the batter is smooth.
  6. Assemble the Cake: Line a baking sheet with silicone parchment. Spread the cooled apple mixture evenly over the parchment and pour the cake batter on top.
  7. Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 15 minutes.
  8. Roll the Cake: Once baked, carefully take the cake out of the oven. While it’s still hot, turn it over onto a clean kitchen towel and roll it up carefully. Allow it to cool in this rolled position.
  9. Serve: Once cooled, sprinkle the apple roll with powdered sugar. Slice and enjoy your delicious Apple Roll!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8-10 servings
Nutrition Info: Approx. 180 calories per slice

How to serve

Serve this delightful Apple Roll warm or at room temperature. Slicing it into individual pieces makes it perfect for sharing. For an extra touch of indulgence, you can serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. This dessert is not only great for casual family dinners but also a wonderful addition to any festive gathering.

FAQs

Can I use other fruits instead of apples?
Yes, you can substitute apples with other fruits like pears or peaches, although you may need to adjust the sugar and cinnamon according to the chosen fruit’s sweetness.

How should I store leftover Apple Roll?
Store any leftover Apple Roll in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate it for up to a week.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the apple mixture the night before and make the roll the next day, saving you time for a quick dessert preparation.

Apple Roll

A quick and delicious dessert featuring tender, fluffy cake and a sweet apple filling, perfect for impressing family and friends.

For the Apple Filling

  • 5-6 medium-sized apples (Peeled and grated)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp cinnamon (Ground cinnamon)

For the Cake Batter

  • 5 large eggs
  • 120 g sugar (½ cup)
  • 10 g vanilla sugar (1 packet)
  • 100 g flour (¾ cup)
  • 50 ml milk (¼ cup)
  • 50 ml oil (¼ cup vegetable oil)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • a pinch of salt

Preparation of the Apples

  1. Peel the apples and grate them using a large grater.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of cinnamon to the grated apples and mix well.

Cooking the Apples

  1. Sauté the mixture in a dry frying pan until the liquid evaporates.
  2. Once done, remove from heat and let it cool.

Making the Cake Batter

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the 5 eggs with 120 g of sugar and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add the 10 g of vanilla sugar to the egg mixture and continue beating until fluffy.
  3. Sift in 100 g of flour along with 1 teaspoon of baking powder and mix gently until combined.
  4. Gradually pour in 50 ml of oil and 50 ml of milk, mixing until the batter is smooth.

Assembling and Baking

  1. Line a baking sheet with silicone parchment.
  2. Spread the cooled apple mixture evenly over the parchment and pour the cake batter on top.
  3. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 15 minutes.

Rolling and Serving

  1. Once baked, carefully take the cake out of the oven.
  2. While it’s still hot, turn it over onto a clean kitchen towel and roll it up carefully.
  3. Allow it to cool in this rolled position.
  4. Once cooled, sprinkle the apple roll with powdered sugar, slice, and enjoy.

Serve warm or at room temperature. For extra indulgence, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Great for family dinners and festive gatherings. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for a week.

Dessert
American
Apple Roll, Baking, easy recipe, Fruit Dessert, Quick Dessert

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