Chocolate Swiss Roll
A delicate, airy chocolate sponge cake rolled with a luscious whipped cream filling for a classic dessert that is as elegant as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- •4 large eggs, separated
- •1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
- •1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (25g)
- •1/4 cup all-purpose flour (30g)
- •1/4 teaspoon salt
- •1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- •1 cup heavy whipping cream (240ml)
- •2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- •Extra powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with half of the granulated sugar until thick and pale yellow.
- 3
In a separate clean bowl, whip the egg whites with the remaining sugar and salt until stiff peaks form.
- 4
Gently fold the cocoa powder and flour into the egg yolk mixture, then carefully fold in the egg whites until just combined.
- 5
Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes until the top springs back when touched.
- 6
Immediately invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar, peel off the parchment, and roll the cake up tightly with the towel inside.
- 7
Allow the rolled cake to cool completely on a wire rack.
- 8
Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- 9
Unroll the cooled cake, spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface, and roll it back up without the towel.
- 10
Dust the top with extra powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
💡 Chef tips
- Ensure the cake is still warm when you first roll it in the towel; this prevents the sponge from cracking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute the heavy cream with a high-quality chilled coconut cream or a non-dairy whipping topping.
- Store the finished roll in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, wrapped tightly in plastic wrap to keep it moist.
✅ How it should turn out
The finished roll features a light, cocoa-scented sponge with a silky, sweet cream center, offering a perfect balance of textures in every bite.