Hong Kong Style Egg Roll (Swiss Roll) Recipe

Name: Hong Kong Style Egg Roll (Swiss Roll)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake Batter; 3 egg yolks; 2 teaspoons sugar; 3 tablespoons cake flour; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons oil; 4 teaspoons milk; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 3 egg whites; 7 teaspoons sugar; Filling; firm whipping cream

Servings: persons

Cake Batter
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons sugar
3 tablespoons cake flour
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons oil
4 teaspoons milk
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 egg whites
7 teaspoons sugar
Filling
firm whipping cream

1
Heat oven to 375u00b0F.
2
Beat the yolks in a non-metal mixing bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed. Gradually add in sugar. Blend in oil and milk. Continue to mix until a pale yellow batter is formed. Add in sifted cake flour, cornstarch and baking powder.
3
Beat the egg whites in another bowl with high speed. Gradually add in sugar and mix until you see soft peaks.
4
Spoon half of the egg white batter into pale yellow cake batter. Fold in slowly. Add the remaining mixture together. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
5
Pour the batter into a 8 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper and spread it evenly along the sides.
6
Quickly bake it in the oven for 10-15 minutes until it turns golden brownish on the top.
7
Dust a clean towel with sugar. Once the cake is removed from the oven, place the cake with the parchment paper on another tray.
8
Cover the cake with the towel and put another tray on top of the cake.
9
When it is warm, remove the parchment paper and roll the cake with the towel and continue to leave it to cool.
10
When it is cooled completely, spread filling evenly on the inside and roll the cake tightly.
11
Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

378

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake Batter, 3 egg yolks, 2 teaspoons sugar, 3 tablespoons cake flour, and more.

Yes, Hong Kong Style Egg Roll (Swiss Roll) falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hong Kong Style Egg Roll (Swiss Roll)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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