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Swiss Cake Roll Recipe

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  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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:

  1. Prepare Oven and Pan:

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Line a 12×16 inch jelly roll pan (rimmed baking sheet) with parchment paper and dust it with powdered sugar.
  2. Sift Dry Ingredients:
    1. Sift the cake flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together into a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Separate Eggs:
    1. Separate the eggs, placing the yolks in a large mixing bowl and the whites in a separate large mixing bowl.
  4. Prepare Egg Yolks:
    1. To the bowl with yolks, add ½ cup of sugar, salt, corn syrup, vanilla, and water.
    2. Place this bowl inside a slightly larger bowl filled with warm tap water.
    3. Beat the yolks on high speed until they become pale yellow, thick, and foamy.
    4. Remove the bowl of yolks from the water.
  5. Combine Oil and Dry Ingredients:
    1. Microwave the vegetable oil until warm.
    2. Add the warm oil to the small bowl of sifted dry ingredients and whisk to combine.
    3. Add this chocolate-oil mixture to the egg yolk mixture and whisk gently until smooth.
  6. Whip Egg Whites:
    1. In the large bowl with egg whites, beat on high speed until they become frothy, thick, and start to hold their shape.
    2. Slowly add the ⅓ cup of sugar a little at a time, mixing well in between.
    3. Continue to beat on high until stiff peaks form.
  7. Combine Mixtures:
    1. Add the meringue mixture to the egg yolk mixture and gently fold together with a silicone spatula until just evenly incorporated.
  8. Bake:
    1. Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and tap it gently on the counter to spread evenly.
    2. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
    3. Do not overbake.
  9. Prepare for Rolling:
    1. While baking, lay a clean dish towel flat on the counter and sprinkle generously with powdered sugar.
  10. Roll Cake:
    1. Remove the cake from the oven and immediately flip the pan upside down onto the sugared towel.
    2. Remove the pan and parchment paper.
    3. Use the towel to gently roll the cake into a spiral and allow it to cool in this position.
    4. Once cool, unroll the cake for filling.

Marshmallow Buttercream Filling:

  1. Combine Ingredients:

    1. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and butter to a large mixing bowl.
    2. Beat with a stand or hand mixer until smooth.
    3. Add the marshmallow fluff and mix again until completely combined.
  2. Fill Cake:
    1. Gently unroll the cooled cake.
    2. Evenly spread the marshmallow buttercream filling over the top.
    3. Gently roll the cake back up.
    4. Set the cake seam side down on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet.

Dark Chocolate Ganache:

  1. Heat Cream:

    1. Microwave the heavy cream until it just starts to bubble.
  2. Combine Chocolate and Cream:
    1. Add the broken chocolate pieces to the warm cream.
    2. Allow the chocolate to sit for a minute or so, then stir to combine until smooth.
  3. Pour Ganache:
    1. Pour the ganache over the rolled cake, using an offset spatula to ensure all sides are covered.
    2. 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