Description
Cherry Chocolate Roll Cake
Ingredients:
For the Cake:
4 large eggs
¾ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup cherry preserves or fresh cherries (pitted and halved)
For the Topping:
½ cup heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp powdered sugar
Fresh cherries for garnish
½ cup melted chocolate or chocolate ganache
Shaved chocolate (optional)
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Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla extract.
Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cake is golden and springs back when touched.
2. Roll the Cake:
Turn the warm cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper.
Roll the cake tightly with the towel and let it cool completely.
3. Prepare the Filling:
Beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
Unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream evenly. Add cherry preserves or fresh cherries over the cream.
4. Roll and Chill:
Carefully roll the cake back up without the towel. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
5. Decorate the Cake:
Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar for the topping until stiff peaks form.
Drizzle the rolled cake with melted chocolate. Pipe whipped cream on top and garnish with fresh cherries and shaved chocolate.
6. Serve:
Slice and enjoy this decadent dessert with its perfect combination of cherries and chocolate!
