Festive Sweater Cake Roll (Printable)

A festive cake roll decorated with colored frostings and sprinkles for a playful holiday touch.

# Components:

→ Cake

01 - 1 store-bought vanilla or chocolate Swiss roll cake (13–16 oz)

→ Filling (optional)

02 - 1/2 cup whipped cream or vanilla frosting

→ Decoration

03 - 1 1/2 cups vanilla or cream cheese frosting
04 - Red and green gel food coloring
05 - Assorted holiday sprinkles, mini candies, and colored sugar
06 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or candy pearls
07 - 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)

# Method:

01 - Carefully unroll the Swiss roll cake and spread an even layer of whipped cream or frosting on the inside if desired. Gently re-roll the cake.
02 - Place the cake roll seam-side down on a serving platter.
03 - Divide the vanilla frosting into three bowls. Tint one red, one green, and leave one white.
04 - Use an offset spatula or butter knife to frost the cake roll with colored frostings in sections or patterns simulating a holiday sweater design.
05 - Adorn with sprinkles, mini candies, chocolate chips, colored sugar, and coconut to create playful sweater motifs such as zig-zags, polka dots, snowflakes, or reindeer.
06 - Refrigerate the decorated cake for at least 15 minutes to set before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 20 minutes for last-minute gatherings
  • Fun decorating project for kids and adults
02 -
  • Always check store-bought cake and decoration labels for potential allergens: wheat, eggs, milk, possible soy and nuts.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
03 -
  • Let party guests or kids decorate their own slice for extra fun.
  • If using gel food coloring, wear gloves to avoid staining your hands.
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