Black Forest Swiss Roll Recipe

Swiss Roll Meets Black Forest Charm sounds like an irresistible combination of flavors and textures! Here’s a recipe idea to bring this decadent dessert to life:

Black Forest Swiss Roll Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 4 large eggs
• 100 g (1/2 cup) granulated sugar
• 60 g (1/2 cup) all-purpose flour
• 30 g (1/4 cup) cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Filling:

• 200 ml (3/4 cup) heavy cream, chilled
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup pitted and chopped cherries (fresh or canned)

For Decoration:

• 100 g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate, melted
• Whole cherries (for garnish)
• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:
   • Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
   • Beat the eggs and sugar together on high speed until pale, thick, and tripled in volume (about 5 minutes).
   • Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three parts. Add vanilla extract and mix just until combined.
   • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
2. Roll the Cake:
   • Turn the warm cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Carefully peel off the parchment paper. Roll the cake tightly from the shorter end with the towel inside. Let it cool completely.
3. Make the Filling:
   • Whip the chilled cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Fold in the chopped cherries.
4. Assemble the Roll:
   • Unroll the cooled cake. Spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the surface. Re-roll the cake without the towel, keeping it tight but gentle.
5. Decorate:
   • Drizzle the roll with melted dark chocolate. Garnish with whipped cream swirls and whole cherries for a true Black Forest vibe.
6. Chill and Serve:
   • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before slicing to let the flavors meld. Slice into rounds and enjoy the chocolate-cherry decadence!

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