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Chocolate Swiss Roll

Effortless Chocolate Swiss Roll: A Sweet Showstopper!

This Chocolate Swiss Roll is a decadent dessert that impresses with its fluffy sponge and creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For a lighter texture, use cake flour.
  • 1/3 cup Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder Ensure it’s Dutch-processed for the best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Always use fresh for optimal fluffiness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Omit for low-sodium.
  • 1 teaspoon Instant Coffee Can be skipped if not a coffee fan.
  • 4 large Egg Yolks Substitute with flax eggs for vegan.
  • 1 cup Caster Sugar Granulated sugar can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for vanilla bean paste for richer flavor.
  • 4 large Egg Whites Ensure bowl is fat-free.
For the Chantilly Cream Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Full-fat coconut cream is a great dairy-free option.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Always sift it before use.
  • 1/2 cup Mascarpone Cheese Can be replaced with cream cheese.
For the Chocolate Sauce
  • 4 ounces Dark Chocolate Choose high-quality for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Vegan butter can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with granulated sugar.

Equipment

  • 10x15 inch jelly roll pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and instant coffee. Whisk to combine.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the egg yolks with half of the caster sugar until thick and pale, then fold in melted butter and vanilla extract.
  4. In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy, gradually adding remaining caster sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold one-third of the egg whites into the yolk mixture, then gently fold in remaining whites and sifted dry ingredients.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until it springs back when pressed.
  7. Invert the pan onto a clean, cocoa-dusted kitchen towel, remove parchment, and roll the cake tightly while warm. Let cool completely in this position.
  8. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form, then gently fold in mascarpone cheese.
  9. Once the sponge is cool, unroll it and spread the Chantilly cream filling evenly, then roll back up without the towel and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Melt dark chocolate, butter, brown sugar, and heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Cool before drizzling over the chilled roll.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dessert is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Follow the tips provided to ensure the best results.

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