South African Roly-Poly Baked Dessert

Roly-Poly is a traditional South African dessert that originated from the British pudding called ‘Jam Roly-Poly’. It is commonly served with custard or ice cream.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 80 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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South African Roly-Poly Baked Dessert

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: South African Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 cup Jam (your choice of flavor)
• to taste for dusting Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk.
6. Spread the batter evenly onto a greased baking sheet.
7. Spoon the jam over the batter and gently swirl it with a knife.
8. Roll up the dough tightly, starting from one of the long sides.
9. Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the baking sheet.
10. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes.
12. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 30g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.