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Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe

Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe

Samia
Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe I’ve always had a soft spot for light, fluffy desserts that look as good as they taste. After years of baking and testing different treats, I finally perfected my favorite Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe. This cake is rich but not too sweet. The swirl of creamy filling inside adds the perfect touch. I love making it for birthdays, holidays, or just when I crave something special.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Serves
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rubber spatula
  • Serrated knife
  • Cooling rack
  • Offset spatula

Ingredients
  

For The Cake:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

For The Filling:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips

For Garnish (Optional):

  • Powdered sugar
  • Fresh berries

Instructions
 

Preheat The Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, making sure it covers the entire surface. This will help prevent the cake from sticking and make rolling it easier.

Prepare The Cake Batter

  • In a medium bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer until they’re light and fluffy. Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until the mixture is thick and pale. Sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold these dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula. Be careful not to over mix; you want to retain as much air in the batter as possible. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Bake The Cake

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. The cake should be moist but not under cooked. While the cake is baking, lay out a clean kitchen towel and dust it with powdered sugar. This will prevent the cake from sticking when you roll it.

Roll The Cake

  • Once the cake is done, immediately turn it out onto the prepared towel. Gently peel away the parchment paper. While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up with the towel, starting from one end. Let it cool completely while rolled up.

Make The Filling

  • While the cake is cooling, make the filling. In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl in 10 minutes intervals, stirring in between until smooth. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly before folding it into the whipped cream.

Assemble The Cake

  • Unroll the cooled cake and spread the chocolate cream filling evenly over the surface. Carefully re rolls the cake, this time without the towel. Transfer it to a serving platter.

Garnish And Serve

  • Dust the top with powdered sugar and add fresh berries if desired. Slice and serve!

Notes

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 320 | Total Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 70mg | Carbohydrates: 30g | Fiber: 2g | Sugars: 23g | Protein: 4g
Keyword Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe