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Chocolate Roll Cake

A rich, velvety chocolate cake rolled with a luscious filling, perfect for celebrations or cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake for about 15 minutes until the edges pull away from the pan.
  9. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and place a clean kitchen towel on top.
  10. Carefully flip the cake onto the towel and peel off the parchment paper.
  11. Roll it up gently with the towel inside and allow it to cool completely.
  12. In a bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  13. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the whipped filling evenly, and then roll it back up.

Notes

Serve with fresh berries or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.