The Art of Creating Perfect Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Excellence

Egg White Mastery Technique

Master the skill of beating egg whites to perfect stiff peaks for maximum cake volume.

Gentle Folding Excellence

Learn the delicate art of folding ingredients to maintain airiness and create tender sponge.

Warm Rolling Perfection

Perfect the crucial technique of rolling warm cake to prevent cracking and ensure beautiful spiral.

Whipped Cream Stability

Master the method of whipping cream to perfect consistency for stable, luxurious filling.

Elegant Presentation

Learn professional finishing techniques for beautiful dusting and impressive slice presentation.

Professional Cake Roll Mastery Secrets for Perfect Chocolate Sponge Success

Rolling Timing: Roll the cake while still warm to prevent cracking - this is the most critical step.

Egg White Perfection: Ensure no yolk gets into whites and bowl is completely grease-free for maximum volume.

Gentle Folding: Fold ingredients carefully to maintain airiness and prevent deflating the batter.

Even Spreading: Spread batter evenly in pan to ensure uniform thickness and even baking.

Filling Temperature: Make sure cake is completely cool before adding cream filling to prevent melting.

Sharp Knife: Use a sharp serrated knife and wipe clean between slices for neat presentation.

Decadent Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Filling - A Showstopping Dessert Made Simple

Name: Decadent Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Filling - A Showstopping Dessert Made Simple
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 10 slices
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:; 4 large eggs, separated; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon salt; For the Whipped Cream Filling:; 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold; 1/3 cup powdered sugar; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; For the Cake Preparation:; 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting; Clean kitchen towel; For the Finishing Touches:; 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting; 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional); For the Egg Mixture:; 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar; For the Baking Setup:; Parchment paper; 15x10 inch jelly roll pan; For Optional Enhancements:; 1/4 cup chocolate shavings; Fresh berries for garnish; For Chocolate Variation:; 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional); 2 tablespoons espresso powder (optional); For Special Equipment:; Electric mixer; Rubber spatula

The ultimate chocolate cake roll featuring a light, airy chocolate sponge cake filled with luxuriously smooth whipped cream and dusted with powdered sugar. This elegant dessert masterpiece combines the rich intensity of cocoa with the delicate sweetness of fresh cream, creating an unforgettable rolled cake experience that looks professionally made but is surprisingly achievable at home, perfect for celebrations, dinner parties, holidays, or any time you want to impress with a beautiful yet accessible chocolate dessert that tastes as incredible as it looks.

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

12 Minutes

Total Time

32 Minutes

Chef

RUY

Ingredients

Custard Cream

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:

4 large eggs, separated

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

For the Whipped Cream Filling:

2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold

1/3 cup powdered sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Cake Preparation:

1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Clean kitchen towel

For the Finishing Touches:

2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

1 tablespoon cocoa powder (optional)

For the Egg Mixture:

1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar

For the Baking Setup:

Parchment paper

15x10 inch jelly roll pan

For Optional Enhancements:

1/4 cup chocolate shavings

Fresh berries for garnish

For Chocolate Variation:

1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

2 tablespoons espresso powder (optional)

For Special Equipment:

Electric mixer

Rubber spatula

Wire cooling rack

Sifter or fine mesh strainer

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and line jelly roll pan with parchment paper.

Separate eggs carefully, placing whites in large mixing bowl and yolks in medium bowl.

Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form using electric mixer.

Gradually add half the sugar to whites, beating until stiff glossy peaks form.

In separate bowl, beat egg yolks with remaining sugar until thick and pale yellow.

Add vanilla extract to yolk mixture and beat until well combined.

Sift cocoa powder and salt together into small bowl to remove lumps.

Gently fold cocoa mixture into egg yolk mixture until just combined.

Carefully fold one-third of egg whites into chocolate mixture to lighten it.

Gently fold remaining egg whites into batter using light, sweeping motions.

Pour batter into prepared pan and spread evenly to edges with spatula.

Bake for 10-12 minutes until cake springs back when lightly touched.

While cake bakes, lay clean kitchen towel flat and dust generously with powdered sugar.

Remove cake from oven immediately when done to prevent overcooking.

Invert hot cake onto prepared towel and carefully peel off parchment paper.

Starting from short end, roll cake and towel together while still warm.

Place rolled cake seam-side down on wire rack to cool completely.

Beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

Carefully unroll cooled cake and spread whipped cream evenly over surface.

Re-roll cake gently without the towel, keeping filling inside and seam on bottom.

Wrap rolled cake in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Before serving, dust generously with powdered sugar through fine sifter.

Slice cake with sharp serrated knife using gentle sawing motion.

Garnish individual slices with chocolate shavings or fresh berries if desired.

Serve chilled and store any leftovers covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Decadent Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Filling - A Showstopping Dessert Made Simple

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The Art of Creating Perfect Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Excellence

Decadent Chocolate Cake Roll with Silky Cream Filling - A Showstopping Dessert Made Simple

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