Chocolate Swiss Roll

The Swiss Roll is believed to have originated in Central Europe, not Switzerland as the name suggests. It is a popular dessert in many European countries.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 62 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Chocolate Swiss Roll

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: European, Swiss Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 2 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Eggs
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup All-Purpose Flour
• 2 tablespoon Cocoa Powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking Powder
• ¹⁄₄ pinch Salt
• 1 cup Whipping Cream
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered Sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Chocolate Ganache

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until well combined.
4. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
6. While the cake is still warm, dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar.
7. Carefully invert the cake onto the towel and remove the parchment paper.
8. Starting from one end, roll the cake tightly with the towel. Allow it to cool completely.
9. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
10. Unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface.
11. Carefully roll the cake back up, removing the towel as you go.
12. Place the chocolate ganache in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in short intervals until melted.
13. Pour the melted ganache over the rolled cake, spreading it evenly.
14. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache.
15. Slice and serve the delicious Chocolate Swiss Roll.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 24g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.