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Chocolate Swiss Roll

A delightful and indulgent chocolate cake rolled with your favorite filling, perfect for celebrations or cozy family gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup natural cocoa powder plus additional for dusting towel
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs (whites and yolks separated)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Filling and Glaze
  • 1 batch Ermine icing or preferred filling
  • 5 oz semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a jelly roll pan (10x15 inches) with baking spray, then line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine the egg yolks, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until light in color.
  4. Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg yolk mixture until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining granulated sugar and whisk until stiff peaks form.
  6. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture until combined.
Baking and Cooling
  1. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 15-18 minutes.
  2. Dust a clean towel with cocoa powder. When the cake is ready, invert it onto the towel and gently remove the parchment paper.
  3. Roll the cake in the towel and let it cool completely.
Filling and Serving
  1. While the cake cools, prepare your filling.
  2. Once cooled, carefully unroll the cake, spread the filling, and re-roll it tightly.
  3. Transfer the rolled cake to a serving platter and refrigerate.
  4. For the glaze, melt the chocolate chips with the shortening in the microwave, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly, then pour over the roll.
  5. Refrigerate until the glaze hardens, then slice and serve.

Notes

For best results, take your time when folding in the egg whites to keep the cake light and airy, and experiment with various fillings for different flavors.