Ugly Sweater Cake Roll (Print Version)

Colorful cake roll adorned with holiday-themed frosting and sprinkles for festive gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cake

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

→ Filling

02 - 120 ml whipped cream or vanilla frosting

→ Decoration

03 - 1 1/2 cups (180 g) 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 (30 g) mini chocolate chips or candy pearls
07 - 1/4 cup (25 g) shredded coconut (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Carefully unroll the store-bought Swiss roll cake.
02 - If desired, spread an even layer of whipped cream or frosting over the inside, then gently re-roll the cake.
03 - Place the cake roll seam-side down on a serving platter.
04 - Divide the vanilla frosting into three bowls; tint one red, one green, and leave the third white.
05 - Using an offset spatula or butter knife, frost the cake roll with the colored frostings in sections or patterns to mimic a holiday sweater.
06 - Adorn with sprinkles, mini candies, chocolate chips, colored sugar, and coconut to create festive designs.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to set decorations before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No bake and fast to prepare
02 -
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
  • Always check store-bought cake and decorations for allergen information
03 -
  • Let kids decorate individual sections for a fun activity
  • Try coloring frosting with natural food dyes for different effects
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