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Black Forest Cake Roll

Decadent Black Forest Cake Roll: A Showstopper Dessert Delight

Savor the indulgence of a Black Forest Cake Roll, a delightful twist on the classic dessert featuring chocolate, cherries, and whipped cream.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 large Eggs fresh for best results
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar consider a sugar substitute for lower-sugar option
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Dutch-processed for milder taste
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour use 1:1 baking blend for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract for flavor depth
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with coconut cream
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar to stabilize whipped cream
  • 1 cup Cherries fresh or well-drained frozen
For the Ganache
  • 6 ounces Dark/Semi-Sweet Chocolate at least 60% cocoa
  • 2 tablespoons Butter unsalted is best

Equipment

  • 10x15-inch jelly roll pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy for about 5 minutes.
  3. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl; fold into the egg mixture gently.
  4. Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the sponge springs back when pressed.
  5. Invert the baked cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar and roll from one short side to the other.
  6. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks; fold in cherries for filling.
  7. Unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream mixture, scattering remaining cherries before rerolling tightly.
  8. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chopped chocolate, stir until smooth; cool slightly before drizzling on the cake.
  9. Refrigerate the assembled cake roll for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor and texture, ensure not to overbake and roll the cake while warm.

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