Lemon Curd Swiss Roll

A light sponge cake filled with homemade lemon curd, inspired by traditional Sunday tea recipes.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 321.9 kcals 2575.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 43.6 grams 348.8 grams
Fat 14.1 grams 112.4 grams
Protein 5.3 grams 42.5 grams
Cook Time
20 mins
Produces
8 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
110
g
Caster Sugar
for the curd
160
g
Caster Sugar
plus extra for rolling
160
g
Dairy
110
g
Butter
lightly salted
2
piece
Eggs
free-range, at room temperature, beaten
15
g
Butter
unsalted, for greasing
3
piece
Eggs
free-range, whole
1
piece
Egg Yolk
free-range
Fruits
2
piece
Lemon
zest and juice

Steps

  • Combine butter, sugar, lemon zest, and juice in a bowl over simmering water.
  • Stir until sugar dissolves, then add beaten eggs and stir until thickened.
  • Preheat oven to 200°C and line a 26x40cm baking tray.
  • Whisk eggs and sugar over simmering water until lukewarm, then whisk until thick.
  • Fold in sifted flour using a metal spoon.
  • Spread mixture onto the tray and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until firm.
  • Tip cake onto sugar-dusted paper and remove the parchment.
  • Spread warm lemon curd over the sponge.
  • Score a line 1cm from the edge and roll tightly using the paper.
  • Trim ends and dust with sugar before serving.