Elegant Black Forest Cake Roll (Print-Friendly Format)
Chocolate sponge rolled with cream, cherries, and ganache — a show-stopping, elegant dessert for any occasion.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chocolate Sponge Cake
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4 large eggs
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150 grams granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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65 grams all-purpose flour
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25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar, for dusting
→ Filling
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240 millilitres heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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75 grams cherries, chopped (fresh or jarred)
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2 tablespoons kirsch or cherry juice (optional)
→ Chocolate Ganache
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120 millilitres heavy cream
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115 grams dark or semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
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1 tablespoon butter
→ Decoration
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Whipped cream, for piping (optional)
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Whole cherries
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Chocolate curls or shavings
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line a 25×38-centimetre jelly roll pan with parchment and lightly grease.
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In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Add vanilla extract and mix briefly.
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Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gently fold into the egg mixture until incorporated.
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Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
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Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Turn the warm cake onto the towel, remove parchment, and roll the cake up with the towel inside. Allow to cool completely.
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Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to stiff peaks. Gently fold in chopped cherries and kirsch or cherry juice if using.
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Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread whipped cream filling evenly, then roll cake back up without the towel. Place seam side down on serving platter.
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Heat heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth and allow to cool slightly.
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Drizzle ganache over the rolled cake. Garnish with piped whipped cream, whole cherries, and chocolate curls. Chill at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Chilling the cake before slicing ensures clean, defined swirls and easier handling.