Chocolate roll

Chocolate Roll with Berry Cream

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 12 minutes
Total time: 32 minutes
Number of servings: 8

The chocolate roll is a classic dessert loved by everyone, and by adding a delicious berry cream, this dish becomes truly special. This simple and quick recipe will guide you step by step in creating a roll with a spectacular appearance and an irresistible taste.

Ingredients:

For the chocolate sponge:
- 4 large eggs
- 100 g sugar
- 100 g flour
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 g melted butter (for extra moisture)

For the berry cream:
- 200 g whipping cream
- 100 g mascarpone
- 50 g powdered sugar
- 150 g berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries - fresh or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation:

1. Preheat the oven: Start by preheating the oven to 180°C. Prepare a baking tray of about 30x40 cm, lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

2. Prepare the chocolate sponge: In a large bowl, beat the eggs together with the sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes frothy and doubles in volume (about 5-7 minutes). This step is essential for a fluffy roll.

3. Add the dry ingredients: In another bowl, sift the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, mixing gently with a spatula using slow up-and-down motions to keep the air in the batter. Finally, add the melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing gently.

4. Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared tray and level the surface with a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the sponge is firm to the touch. It is important not to overbake it to avoid drying out.

5. Cooling: Once the sponge is baked, remove it from the oven and turn it onto a damp towel, so the side that was on the paper is facing up. Carefully remove the parchment paper and roll the sponge using the towel. Let it cool completely.

6. Prepare the berry cream: In a bowl, add the whipping cream, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and lemon juice. Beat everything with a mixer until you achieve a firm consistency. Finally, add the berries and gently mix to distribute them evenly.

7. Assemble the roll: Unroll the chocolate sponge and spread the berry cream evenly over the entire surface. Roll the sponge back up, being careful not to damage the cream.

8. Serving: Let the roll rest in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before slicing. You can decorate it with cocoa powder or grated chocolate for an elegant appearance. Serve with a few fresh berries on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Suggestions and variations: You can experiment with different types of creams, such as chocolate or vanilla cream, depending on your preferences. You can also add a bit of rum essence or fruit liqueur to enhance the flavors.

The chocolate roll with berry cream is a dessert that easily impresses at any festive meal. With this simple and quick recipe, you will be able to enjoy a sweet treat, perfect for ending a special dinner or simply for indulging on an ordinary day.

Chocolate roll is definitely a dessert that will please everyone. The egg whites are beaten until frothy with half of the sugar. Separately, the egg yolks are beaten with the remaining sugar, and then the mixture of hot water and cocoa is added. Flour, starch, and salt are mixed separately. Then all the ingredients are gently combined. The mixture is spread onto baking paper (I used a standard oven tray) and baked for 10-15 minutes in a preheated oven at 175 degrees. A toothpick test is done to check if it’s ready. The hot sponge is turned face down onto another piece of baking paper. A little water is sprinkled on the paper where the sponge was baked, and it will come off easily. The warm sponge is rolled up without filling in the new paper and left to cool. When cool, the cream is spread and rolled tightly, then it is placed in the fridge for about 30 minutes, after which the roll can be decorated. Berry cream: Gelatin is soaked in 2 tablespoons of water. Then it is melted in a double boiler without boiling! The remaining ingredients are mixed, and finally, the melted gelatin is added. The mixture is placed in the fridge for 15 minutes. Then it is spread over the cold sponge and rolled tightly. It is topped with chocolate glaze. The Chocolate Roll recipe was suggested by the family on the recipe forum.

 Ingredients: Base: 4 eggs, 1 yolk, 100 g sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 4 tablespoons flour, 2 tablespoons cocoa, 4 tablespoons hot water, a pinch of salt. Berry cream: 200 g cream cheese (like Philadelphia), 4 tablespoons berry syrup, 2 tablespoons berry jam, juice from half a lemon, 2 g gelatin, chocolate glaze.

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