Indulge in the nostalgic charm of a classic British dessert with this Jam Roly Poly recipe—perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and bringing a touch of tradition to your table. This comforting baked pudding features a soft, golden dough made from self-raising flour and suet, rolled around a rich layer of fruity jam, such as strawberry or your favorite flavor. Wrapped in parchment and foil to retain its moisture, the roly poly emerges from the oven perfectly tender and ready to be served warm with a drizzle of creamy custard. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this time-honored dessert is as simple as it is delightful, making it a family-friendly treat that’s both heartwarming and timeless.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) or 180°C (fan-assisted).
In a large bowl, mix the self-raising flour, suet, and caster sugar until well combined.
Gradually add the milk while mixing to form a soft, pliable dough. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll the dough out to a rectangle approximately 25cm x 20cm (10in x 8in).
Spread the jam evenly over the dough, leaving a 2cm (1in) border around the edges to prevent the jam from spilling out.
Carefully roll the dough up from one short side to the other, like a Swiss roll, ensuring the seam is on the bottom.
Grease a sheet of parchment paper with butter and wrap the roly poly in it, folding the ends to seal. Then wrap the parchment package in a layer of foil to keep moisture in.
Place the wrapped roly poly on a baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, until firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and carefully unwrap the parchment and foil. Allow it to cool for a couple of minutes.
Slice and serve your jam roly poly warm, ideally with a generous pour of custard.
Serving size | 774.9 grams (774.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2791 |
Total Fat 137.50g | 176% |
Saturated Fat 73.00g | 365% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
Cholesterol 164mg | 55% |
Sodium 2205mg | 96% |
Total Carbohydrate 353.20g | 128% |
Dietary Fiber 8.80g | 31% |
Total Sugars 133.30g | |
Protein 31.40g | 63% |
Vitamin D 75IU | 376% |
Calcium 257mg | 20% |
Iron 4mg | 23% |
Potassium 719mg | 15% |
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