Sure, here’s a basic recipe for a homemade chocolate roll:
Ingredients:
For the cake:
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for decoration
Instructions:
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Make the cake batter: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs on high speed for about 5 minutes until they become thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add in the granulated sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the egg mixture until just combined. Be gentle to maintain the airiness.
- Bake the cake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Prepare the filling: While the cake is baking, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Roll the cake: Once the cake is done baking, immediately loosen the edges of the cake from the pan and turn it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully remove the parchment paper.
- Rolling: Starting with a short side, roll the cake and towel together into a spiral. Place the rolled cake on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Add the filling: Gently unroll the cake and spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the cake. Re-roll the cake without the towel. You can wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least an hour to set.
- Serve: Before serving, you can dust the chocolate roll with powdered sugar or decorate it with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
Enjoy your homemade chocolate roll!
