Experience the rich, luscious flavors of our Decadent Chocolate Roll, a dessert that elegantly combines the velvety texture of chocolate sponge with the tart sweetness of raspberry jam and a sumptuous cocoa whipped cream. This dessert roll is as visually appealing as it is delicious, making it a perfect centerpiece for any dining occasion.
Why You'll Love This: This Chocolate Roll is a feast for the senses. The soft, airy chocolate sponge cake gently rolled with layers of zesty raspberry jam and fluffy cocoa whipped cream offers a harmonious blend of flavors. Each slice reveals a beautiful spiral of cake and cream, ensuring every bite is infused with the perfect balance of fruit and chocolate.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for celebrations, holiday meals, or as a sophisticated treat at tea parties, this chocolate roll can adapt to both casual and formal settings. It’s perfect for impressing guests during dinner parties or as a special treat to enjoy with family during weekend gatherings.
Decoration Tips: For a stunning finish, dust the chocolate roll with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate. Garnish with fresh raspberries or mint leaves to add a pop of color and freshness to the dish. Serving this cake on a decorative cake stand or a sleek modern plate can enhance its elegant appearance.
Ingredients:
- For the sponge:
- 4 medium eggs
- 80 g sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 80 g flour
- 20 g cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons baking cocoa
- For the filling:
- Raspberry jam (as needed)
- 400 ml cream
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3-4 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 packets cream stabilizer
- Prepare the sponge: In a large bowl, beat eggs, sugar, vanilla sugar, and hot water together for about 10 minutes until very creamy. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and cocoa, then gently fold into the egg mixture until just combined. Pour the batter onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper, smoothing out to an even layer.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake the sponge for about 10 minutes. Immediately after baking, invert the sponge onto a clean towel dusted with sugar. Roll it up gently along with the towel while still warm, and let it cool completely.
- Prepare the filling: Whip the cream with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and cream stabilizer until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the roll: Carefully unroll the cooled sponge. Spread a generous layer of raspberry jam over the sponge, followed by an even layer of the whipped cocoa cream.
- Roll up the cake: Re-roll the sponge without the towel, enclosing the filling inside. Ensure the roll is tight and even.
- Decorate as desired: You can dust the roll with additional powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or decorate with chocolate shavings or fruit as desired.
Enjoy this Decadent Chocolate Roll with Raspberry Jam and Whipped Cocoa Cream, a truly delightful dessert that promises to be as enjoyable to make as it is to serve and savor!