Description
A rich chocolate roll cake that looks like a log, perfect for winter meals and small parties.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup chocolate buttercream frosting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add in the oil and vanilla.
- Fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Spread the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 15 minutes.
- Once cooled, invert onto a towel dusted with powdered sugar.
- Roll the sponge cake with the towel and let it cool completely.
- Meanwhile, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Unroll the cake, spread whipped cream filling, and re-roll.
- Frost the outside with chocolate buttercream and decorate as desired.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
Use fresh eggs for the best rise. Chill the cake a bit before frosting to keep crumbs out.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French