Description
A rich, decadent chocolate cake roll with a light and airy texture, filled with a creamy vanilla-infused whipped cream. Perfect for celebrations or indulgent desserts, this showstopper dessert is as delicious as it is elegant.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture. Add vanilla extract and mix gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and spread it to the edges.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Roll the Cake:
- While the cake is still warm, turn it out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with cocoa powder. Peel off the parchment paper.
- Roll the cake tightly in the towel, starting from the shorter end, and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Cake Roll:
- Unroll the cooled cake carefully and spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface.
- Roll the cake back up tightly (without the towel), and transfer it seam-side down to a serving platter.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Dust the top with powdered sugar or cocoa powder for decoration, slice, and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before adding the filling to avoid melting the whipped cream.
- Add chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or a drizzle of chocolate ganache for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American