Kim-Joy’s recipe for raspberry swiss roll with decorative bees and flowers

Make this surprisingly easy cake and your friends will all be abuzz

This may look daunting, but once you learn how to make it, the options for different designs and fillings are endless. And because it is so easy to eat, you will want to make it again soon. Make sure you roll the sponge while it is still warm, as it will “remember” its shape and won’t crack once rolled for a second time with the filling. Use a damp tea towel as this will keep the sponge moist – it is very light and has no fat, so is prone to drying out. Don’t forget to trim all the edges first, as these will be a little firmer than the rest of the cake, and may cause it to crack.

Prep time: decorative paste 10 mins, design 10 mins, cake 15 mins, rolling and filling 10 mins, plus cooling time
Bake time: 10 mins
Serves: 8

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from Lifestyle | The Guardian http://bit.ly/2ITYRc6

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