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Sour cherry and almond roulade

Sour Cherry and Almond Roulade: A Festive Sweet Treat

This Sour Cherry and Almond Roulade combines airy meringue with luscious cream and cherry compote, making it a perfect festive dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Meringue
  • 4 large Egg Whites Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Use in moderation.
  • 1 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Stabilizes the egg whites.
  • 250 grams Caster Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornflour Avoid substitutions for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon White Vinegar Helps stabilize the egg whites.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
  • 100 grams Flaked Almonds Adds texture and flavor.
For the Cherry Compote
  • 300 grams Frozen Pitted Cherries Can use fresh cherries when in season.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice No substitutions needed.
For the Cream Filling
  • 100 grams Icing Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 300 ml Thickened Cream Dairy-free alternative is whipped coconut cream.
  • 150 grams Plain Greek Yoghurt Can replace with sour cream.
  • 2 tablespoons Liqueur (Amaretto or Cointreau) Optional flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (130°C fan) and prepare a baking tray by greasing and lining it with parchment paper. In a clean bowl, beat the room-temperature egg whites with a pinch of salt and cream of tartar until frothy.
  2. Gradually add the caster sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Sift in the cornflour, then gently fold in the white vinegar and vanilla extract.
  3. Spread the prepared meringue evenly across the lined tray, ensuring it covers the surface completely. Sprinkle the flaked almonds on top. Bake the meringue for 30-35 minutes or until light golden. Cool briefly before transferring it onto a dusted plastic wrap to cool completely.
  4. In a saucepan, combine frozen pitted cherries, sugar, lemon juice, cornflour, and water. Heat over medium flame, stirring frequently, and allow to cook for about 10 minutes or until thick.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat thickened cream and icing sugar until soft peaks begin to form. Incorporate Greek yoghurt and liqueur, then continue beating until firm peaks form.
  6. Once the meringue has cooled, spread half of the whipped cream filling evenly across its surface, dollop half of the cherry compote on top, and roll tightly into a log.
  7. Place the assembled roulade on a serving plate, seam side down. Top with remaining cream filling, garnish with fresh raspberries and extra flaked almonds, and dust with icing sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers covered in plastic wrap for up to 2 days. For freezing, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil for up to 1 month.

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