Chocolate Cherry Swiss Roll

Ingredientes

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:

4 large eggs 🥚

¾ cup granulated sugar 🍬

1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦

¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 🍫

¼ cup all-purpose flour 🌾

¼ tsp baking powder 🥄

¼ tsp salt 🧂

For the Cherry Filling:

2 cups pitted cherries 🍒

¼ cup granulated sugar 🍬

1 tbsp cornstarch 🌽

1 tbsp water 💧

For the Whipped Cream Filling:

1 ½ cups heavy cream 🥛

¼ cup powdered sugar 🍚

1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦

For Garnish:

Extra cherries 🍒

Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder 🍫

Instrucciones

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cake.

Step 2: Make the Sponge Cake

Beat the eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract on high speed until the mixture turns pale and thick (about 5 minutes).

Sift together cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture to retain air in the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly.

Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. Let it cool slightly.

Step 3: Prepare the Cherry Filling

In a saucepan over medium heat, cook cherries and sugar until the cherries soften and release their juices.

Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry and add it to the cherries. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens.

Let the cherry filling cool completely before use.

Step 4: Make the Whipped Cream Filling

In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Keep it refrigerated until assembly.

Step 5: Assemble the Swiss Roll

Once the sponge cake has cooled, place it on a flat surface. Spread the whipped cream evenly across the cake, leaving a small border.

Spoon the cherry filling over the whipped cream.

Carefully roll the cake into a log, starting from one short side. Use the parchment paper to help guide the roll.

Wrap the roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.

Step 6: Garnish & Serve

Unwrap the chilled Swiss roll and place it on a serving platter.

Decorate with extra cherries and sprinkle chocolate shavings or dust with cocoa powder.

Slice and serve your delightful Chocolate Cherry Swiss Roll!