Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for No-Fail Chocolate Swiss Roll
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and prepare a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, sift together flour, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and instant coffee.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the caster sugar until the mixture becomes thick and pale in color, about 3-4 minutes.
- Using a clean mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until they become frothy. Gradually add in the remaining sugar and continue to whip until stiff peaks form, which should take about 4-5 minutes.
- Gently fold one-third of the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it. Then, carefully add the remaining meringue and sifted dry ingredients in two parts, folding gently.
- Pour the batter into your prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly to the corners. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Once baked, immediately turn the cake out onto a Cocoa dusted kitchen towel. Peel off the parchment paper and roll it up tightly with the towel to shape it.
- In a cold mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form. Then, gently fold in the mascarpone cheese and beat until the mixture thickens.
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped filling evenly over the surface. Roll it back up without the towel.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the dark chocolate, butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream together.
- Once chilled and set, unwrap the Swiss roll and carefully place it on a serving platter. Drizzle the cooled chocolate sauce generously over the top and cut into slices.
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Notes
Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for better volume when beating and keep an eye on your sponge to avoid overbaking.
