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Chocolate Cake Roll

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An elegant and chocolatey dessert featuring a soft, flexible sponge cake rolled around a light whipped cream filling. This classic chocolate cake roll creates beautiful swirls in every slice and is perfect for special occasions or homemade celebrations.

Ingredients

  • For the cake:
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • For the filling:
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional topping:
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Chocolate ganache drizzle

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Mix in vanilla, oil, and milk.
  4. Gently fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
  5. Spread batter evenly into prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
  6. Turn cake out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar and carefully peel off parchment paper.
  7. Roll the cake up from the short end with the towel inside and let cool completely.
  8. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  9. Unroll cooled cake, spread whipped cream evenly over the surface, and roll back up without the towel.
  10. Chill for at least 1 hour before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Do not overbake to prevent cracking when rolling.
  • Roll the cake while warm to help maintain flexibility.
  • Add a thin layer of ganache under the filling for extra richness.
  • Use cream cheese frosting or chocolate mousse as alternative fillings.
  • Store tightly wrapped in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before serving.

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