Description
This Swiss Cake Roll is a classic dessert that’s sure to impress! A light and airy chocolate sponge cake is filled with a creamy marshmallow buttercream and topped with a rich dark chocolate ganache. It’s a decadent treat that’s perfect for special occasions or any time you want a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- 3/4 cup cake flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus 1/3 cup for the egg white mixture)
- 2 teaspoons corn syrup
- 6 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons tap water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
For the Marshmallow Buttercream Filling:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 7 ounces marshmallow fluff
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Dark Chocolate Ganache:
- 4 ounces quality dark chocolate bar, broken into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Chocolate Sponge Cake:
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Prepare Oven and Pan:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 12×16 inch jelly roll pan (rimmed baking sheet) with parchment paper and dust it with powdered sugar.
- Sift Dry Ingredients:
- Sift the cake flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together into a small bowl. Set aside.
- Separate Eggs:
- Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in a large mixing bowl and the whites in a separate large mixing bowl.
- Prepare Egg Yolks:
- To the bowl with yolks, add ½ cup of sugar, salt, corn syrup, vanilla, and water.
- Place this bowl inside a slightly larger bowl filled with warm tap water.
- Beat the yolks on high speed until they become pale yellow, thick, and foamy.
- Remove the bowl of yolks from the water.
- Combine Oil and Dry Ingredients:
- Microwave the vegetable oil until warm.
- Add the warm oil to the small bowl of sifted dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
- Add this chocolate-oil mixture to the egg yolk mixture and whisk gently until smooth.
- Whip Egg Whites:
- In the large bowl with egg whites, beat on high speed until they become frothy, thick, and start to hold their shape.
- Slowly add the ⅓ cup of sugar a little at a time, mixing well in between.
- Continue to beat on high until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Add the meringue mixture to the egg yolk mixture and gently fold together with a silicone spatula until just evenly incorporated.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and tap it gently on the counter to spread evenly.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Do not overbake.
- Prepare for Rolling:
- While baking, lay a clean dish towel flat on the counter and sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.
- Roll Cake:
- Remove the cake from the oven and immediately flip the pan upside down onto the sugared towel.
- Remove the pan and parchment paper.
- Use the towel to gently roll the cake into a spiral and allow it to cool in this position.
- Once cool, unroll the cake for filling.
Marshmallow Buttercream Filling:
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and butter to a large mixing bowl.
- Beat with a stand or hand mixer until smooth.
- Add the marshmallow fluff and mix again until completely combined.
- Fill Cake:
- Gently unroll the cooled cake.
- Evenly spread the marshmallow buttercream filling over the top.
- Gently roll the cake back up.
- Set the cake seam side down on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.
Dark Chocolate Ganache:
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Heat Cream:
- Microwave the heavy cream until it just starts to bubble.
- Combine Chocolate and Cream:
- Add the broken chocolate pieces to the warm cream.
- Allow the chocolate to sit for a minute or so, then stir to combine until smooth.
- Pour Ganache:
- Pour the ganache over the rolled cake, using an offset spatula to ensure all sides are covered.
- Allow the ganache to set before serving.
Notes
- Cake Mix Version: You can use a devil’s food cake mix by combining one box of cake mix and 6 large room temperature eggs. Follow the same instructions as the homemade version after combining those two ingredients.
- Do not overbake the cake, or it will be dry and crack.
- Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for optimal results.
- Be gentle when folding the meringue into the yolk mixture to maintain the cake’s light and airy texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450kcal
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg