Cinnamon Apple Sponge Roll with Cooked Apple Filling

Name: Cinnamon Apple Sponge Roll with Cooked Apple Filling
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 10 slices
Cuisine: European inspired
Ingredients: 4 whole eggs; 120 g sugar for sponge; 120 g all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp vanilla sugar; 1 pinch salt; 4 whole medium apples, peeled and diced; 2 tbsp sugar for apples; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp butter for apples; 20 g icing sugar for dusting

A thin vanilla sponge rolls around tender cinnamon apples for a light dessert with a clear spiral.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 5, 2026

Total 1 hr 15 minMakes 10 slices

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A thin vanilla sponge rolls around tender cinnamon apples for a light dessert with a clear spiral. Cook the apples briefly before they meet the sponge; raw apple slices placed on top of the batter make rolling difficult. Roll the warm baked sheet in a towel to set its shape, unroll after cooling, spread the drained apples and roll again. Use a shallow tray for even baking. Cook diced apples with apple sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice and butter in a skillet 8 to 10 minutes until tender; drain excess liquid and cool. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F); beat eggs and sponge sugar until thick, fold in flour, baking powder, vanilla sugar and salt and spread on lined 30 x 40 cm tray.

Cinnamon Apple Sponge Roll with Cooked Apple Filling

How to tell when it is ready

Chill 20 minutes for neat slices and dust with icing sugar just before serving.

Tips

Cook diced apples with apple sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice and butter in a skillet 8 to 10 minutes until tender.
Heat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake 12 to 15 minutes until sponge springs back.
Cool sponge completely, unroll, spread cooked apples thinly leaving 2 cm bare border and roll up without towel.

Troubleshooting

If sponge cracks, roll it warm and avoid overbaking.
If filling leaks, drain apples and leave a bare border.

Substitutions

Use firm baking apples that hold shape.
Use plain caster sugar for granulated by weight.

Variations

Add raisins to cooked apples.
Use a little orange zest instead of lemon.

Serving suggestions

Serve with tea.
Add a spoon of yogurt.
Dust with icing sugar.
Pair with vanilla ice cream.

Make ahead

Prepare the measured ingredients in advance. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days; serve chilled or at cool room temperature.

Storage

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days; serve chilled or at cool room temperature.

Food safety

Cook the egg sponge completely and keep the cooked-fruit cake refrigerated.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know cinnamon apple sponge roll is ready?

Chill 20 minutes for neat slices and dust with icing sugar just before serving.

How should I store cinnamon apple sponge roll?

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days; serve chilled or at cool room temperature.

Serve with tea. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days; serve chilled or at cool room temperature.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Cinnamon Apple Sponge Roll with Cooked Apple Filling