Purple Velvet Cake Roll

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper.
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
4. Add eggs and flavorings: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and purple food coloring (or beet juice) and mix until the batter is smooth.
5. Add wet and dry ingredients: In alternating batches, add the dry ingredients and buttermilk to the batter, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the vinegar and mix well.
6. Bake the cake: Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The cake should spring back when gently pressed.
7. Roll the cake: While the cake is baking, lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it with powdered sugar. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and carefully flip it onto the prepared towel. Peel off the parchment paper, then roll the cake up tightly with the towel inside. Let it cool completely, about 30 minutes.

Prepare the Filling:

1. Make the filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and butter together until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, 1/2 cup at a time, mixing until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
2. Check consistency: If the filling is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk to loosen it up. You want it thick enough to hold its shape but spreadable.

Assemble the Cake Roll:

1. Unroll the cake: Once the cake is completely cool, carefully unroll it from the towel.
2. Spread the filling: Evenly spread the cream cheese filling over the surface of the cake, leaving a small border along the edges.
3. Roll the cake: Gently re-roll the cake without the towel, making sure the seam is on the bottom. Don’t worry if a little bit of the filling oozes out; it just adds to the deliciousness!

Decorate (Optional):

1. Dust with powdered sugar: Before serving, you can dust the cake roll with powdered sugar for a simple, elegant touch. If you want to add some sparkle, sprinkle purple edible glitter or purple sprinkles over the top.

Serve:

• Slice into individual servings and enjoy the moist, flavorful Purple Velvet Cake Roll! This cake is perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or simply as a fun treat.

The vibrant purple color and creamy filling make this cake both visually stunning and delicious. It’s a great twist on the traditional red velvet cake, and the natural sweetness of the filling balances perfectly with the rich, slightly tangy flavor of the cake. 🎂✨