Ingredients:
For the Cake:
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 4 large eggs
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 2 tablespoons melted butter
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Creamy Filling:
– 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Decadent Ganache:
– ⅔ cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate morsels
– 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
– 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
– 3-4 tablespoons milk
For Dusting:
– 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cake:
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
– In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
– In a separate large bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale. Add in melted butter and vanilla, mixing until combined.
– Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.
– Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 11 minutes or until the cake springs back when gently touched.
– Lay a clean tea towel on a flat surface, dusted with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar. Invert the cake onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper, and roll the cake with the towel from the short end. Let it cool completely for 2 hours.
2. Create the Filling:
– Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with milk if needed.
3. Assemble the Roll:
– Once cooled, unroll the cake and spread the filling evenly, leaving a ¾-inch border.
– Re-roll the cake (without the towel), wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Make the Ganache:
– Microwave chocolate morsels and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
– Whisk in powdered sugar and add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth and pourable.
5. Finish and Serve:
– Trim the ends of the cake for a neat look. Place it on a cooling rack over a baking sheet and pour the ganache over the top.
– Let the ganache set, transfer to a serving plate, and slice.
Enjoy your indulgent Choco Swiss Roll Delight with friends and family!
