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Black Forest Cake Roll

Irresistible Black Forest Cake Roll for Your Next Celebration

This Black Forest Cake Roll is an indulgent dessert combining chocolate sponge, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 large eggs Provides structure and moisture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness; can be substituted with sugar alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor; can swap with almond extract.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use gluten-free 1:1 baking blend for alternatives.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Essential for rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for light texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Amplifies overall flavor.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup heavy cream Needed for fluffy whipped cream filling.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 cup fresh cherries Adds tart balance to the filling.
For the Ganache
  • 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness to the ganache.
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate Creates luscious ganache.

Equipment

  • jelly roll pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rubber spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the egg mixture.
  4. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when pressed.
  5. Turn the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and roll it while warm.
  6. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form, then fold in cherries.
  7. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the filling, and roll it back up without the towel.
  8. For the ganache, heat heavy cream, pour over chopped chocolate and butter, and stir until smooth.
  9. Drizzle ganache over the cake and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dusting the towel with powdered sugar prevents sticking. Refrigerate after adding ganache for better flavor.

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