Walnut and white chocolate roll

Nut and white chocolate roll – a quick and elegant dessert

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Number of servings: 8

Who doesn’t love a delicious dessert that impresses on any occasion? The nut and white chocolate roll is a simple yet flavorful treat, perfect for sweet lovers. This recipe combines the fluffy texture of the sponge with the fine cream of nuts and white chocolate, resulting in an irresistible dessert. Let’s see how you can prepare it step by step!

### Ingredients for the sponge:
- 4 large eggs
- 100 g sugar
- 100 g flour
- 30 g cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- A pinch of salt

### Ingredients for the nut and white chocolate cream:
- 200 g white chocolate
- 150 g ground nuts
- 100 g butter at room temperature
- 50 g powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

### Preparing the sponge:
1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a 30x40 cm baking tray with parchment paper. It is essential that the tray is well prepared to prevent the sponge from sticking.

2. Beating the eggs: In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar using a mixer until the mixture becomes frothy and light in color. This step is crucial, as the incorporated air will make the sponge fluffy.

3. Mixing the dry ingredients: In another bowl, sift the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. This step will help prevent lumps from forming.

4. Incorporating the ingredients: Start adding the dry ingredients gradually to the egg mixture, gently folding with a spatula to avoid losing air from the mixture.

5. Baking the sponge: Pour the mixture into the prepared tray and level the surface. Bake for about 10 minutes. Check if it’s done by using a toothpick; if it comes out clean, the sponge is perfect.

### Preparing the nut and white chocolate cream:
1. Melting the chocolate: Break the white chocolate into small pieces and melt it in a bain-marie or microwave, being careful not to burn it. Once melted, let it cool slightly.

2. Beating the butter: In a bowl, beat the butter with the powdered sugar and vanilla extract until creamy and fluffy. Add the ground nuts and cooled white chocolate, mixing well until you achieve a homogeneous mixture.

### Assembling the roll:
1. Cooling the sponge: After the sponge has baked, remove it from the tray and let it cool completely on a wire rack.

2. Filling and rolling: Once the sponge has cooled, evenly spread the nut and white chocolate cream over its surface. Use the parchment paper to carefully roll the sponge, forming a tight roll. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. Decorating: After it has set, you can sprinkle a little cocoa or chopped nuts on top for an attractive appearance. Slice the roll and serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch of elegance.

### Useful tips:
- Variations: You can replace the nuts with hazelnuts or almonds for a different flavor profile. Additionally, adding dried fruits like raisins or apricots can bring an interesting note.
- Serving: This roll pairs perfectly with a fragrant tea or sweet wine. You can also serve it as an elegant dessert at a party or festive meal.

Enjoy this nut and white chocolate roll, a quick and simple dessert that will impress everyone!

 Ingredients: Base: 4 eggs, 100 g sugar, 1 tablespoon starch, 3 tablespoons flour, a pinch of salt, 150 g whipped cream for decoration + ground walnuts. Cream with walnuts and white chocolate: 150 g cream cheese, 100 g melted white chocolate, 100 g roasted and ground walnuts.