Swiss Roll or Jelly Roll

Known since the mid-1800s, Swiss rolls are cakes made of a thin sheet of SPONGE CAKE, spread with jam or jelly (and sometimes whipped cream or frosting) and rolled up. This type of cake is traditionally sprinkled with confectioners' sugar, rather than being frosted. When cut, Swiss rolls have an attractive pinwheel design. The British term for Swiss roll is jelly roll. Category:Glossary