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Ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Filling:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz (115g) semisweet chocolate, chopped
Optional Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or powdered sugar
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Cake
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Make the Batter:
- Beat the eggs and sugar together in a large bowl until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until combined.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
- Roll the Cake: While the cake is still warm, dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Invert the cake onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper, and roll the cake up with the towel. Let it cool completely.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
- In a bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Step 3: Assemble the Log
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the surface.
- Roll the cake back up (without the towel) and place it seam-side down on a serving platter.
Step 4: Make the Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth.
- Allow the ganache to cool slightly before pouring it over the rolled cake, spreading it evenly to cover.
Step 5: Decorate and Serve
- Garnish the log with chocolate shavings, fresh berries, or a light dusting of powdered sugar.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set before slicing and serving.
Tips for Success:
- Prevent Cracking: Roll the cake while warm and handle gently to prevent cracks.
- Ganache Consistency: If the ganache is too thick to pour, warm it slightly; if too thin, let it cool longer.
- Flavor Twist: Add a splash of espresso or orange zest to the filling for a unique flavor.
Enjoy your decadent Chocolate Dessert Log—a showstopper that’s as tasty as it is beautiful! 🍫