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Jelly Roll Weight Loss Recipe

Jelly Roll Weight Loss Recipe 2026

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A lighter, healthier version of the classic rolled sponge cake filled with fruit preserves and whipped cream. This jelly roll weight loss recipe combines a tender, low-calorie sponge base with fresh fruit filling and reduced-sugar options to satisfy dessert cravings without derailing your health goals.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 Large egg whites (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup Granulated sugar or monk fruit sweetener
  • 3 Large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup Low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 3/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt
  • 1/2 cup Low-sugar fruit jam or preserves
  • 1 cup Fresh mixed berries
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt (for filling)
  • 12 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the upper-middle position for even browning.
  2. Line a 10 by 15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring it extends slightly beyond the edges for easy removal.
  3. Lightly coat the parchment with cooking spray or brush with neutral oil to prevent sticking during baking.
  4. Separate your eggs carefully, ensuring absolutely no yolk gets into the egg whites, which prevents proper whipping.
  5. Add the six egg whites to a spotlessly clean bowl and beat with an electric mixer on high speed for two minutes until foamy.
  6. Gradually add half the sugar while continuing to beat, then add the remaining sugar slowly, creating stiff peaks that hold their shape.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together the three egg yolks, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
  8. Sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the yogurt mixture using a rubber spatula.
  9. Carefully fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the batter to lighten it, then fold in the remaining whites in two additions.
  10. Pour the prepared batter onto your parchment-lined pan and spread evenly using an offset spatula.
  11. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the top springs back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  12. While still warm, turn the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar to prevent sticking.
  13. Peel away the parchment paper carefully, working from one corner across the surface of your warm cake.
  14. Starting from the short end, tightly roll the warm cake in the kitchen towel, creating a traditional spiral.
  15. Allow the rolled cake to cool completely, approximately 20 to 30 minutes, resting seam-side down so it maintains its shape.
  16. Gently unroll the cooled cake onto a clean work surface, handling it delicately to prevent cracking.
  17. Spread the low-sugar jam evenly across the cake surface, leaving a quarter-inch border around the edges.
  18. Distribute the fresh berries over the jam in an even layer, adding natural sweetness and nutrients.
  19. Combine the Greek yogurt with a tablespoon of powdered sugar if desired, creating a spreadable consistency for the topping.
  20. Spread the yogurt mixture over the berries, sealing in the filling.
  21. Starting from the short end again, carefully roll the cake, using the towel to guide it into a tight spiral.
  22. Wrap the completed jelly roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Beat egg whites until they form stiff, glossy peaks; underbeaten whites won’t support structure, while overbeaten become grainy.
  • Keep hands and equipment scrupulously clean when handling eggs, since even microscopic amounts of fat prevent proper whipping.
  • Fold egg whites gently using a spatula in broad strokes from the bottom of the bowl upward to maintain air bubbles.
  • Roll the warm cake immediately after removing it from the oven while flexibility remains to prevent cracking.
  • Use a serrated knife dipped in hot water and wiped clean between cuts when slicing to create clean edges.
  • Serve chilled, as cold temperatures firm the yogurt and jam, making each slice hold its shape beautifully.
  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British, American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 95
  • Fat: 2.5
  • Saturated Fat: 0.8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1.7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 26
  • Fiber: 1.2
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 55