Chocolate Roll Dainty

Indulge in the elegant simplicity of the Chocolate Roll Dainty, a light and airy chocolate sponge cake delicately rolled with a luscious whipped cream filling. This classic dessert brings decadence and refinement to your table with its perfectly balanced sweetness and soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Featuring staple pantry ingredients like cocoa powder, eggs, and sugar, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward yet delivers a show-stopping result. The key technique of rolling the warm cake in a sugar-dusted towel ensures the perfect swirl without cracks, while chilling the roll locks in its shape and flavor. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this impressive chocolate roulade is dusted with powdered sugar for a finishing touch that dazzles both the eyes and the palate. Perfect for celebrations or as a sweet treat after dinner, the Chocolate Roll Dainty is as captivating as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 25 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 250 milliliters Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for filling)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges are covered.

Step 2

In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer at high speed for 4-5 minutes, until the mixture becomes thick and pale.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and gently fold in the dry ingredients using a spatula. Be careful not to over-mix to maintain the airy texture.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly using a spatula. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the sponge is springy to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

While the sponge is baking, prepare a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle it generously with powdered sugar.

Step 8

Once the sponge is baked, immediately invert it onto the sugared towel and peel off the parchment paper. Roll the cake gently (with the towel inside) from the short edge and leave it to cool completely in the rolled shape.

Step 9

In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to over-whip.

Step 10

Once the sponge has cooled, unroll it gently and spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface. Roll the sponge back up tightly (without the towel this time).

Step 11

Wrap the roll in plastic wrap to help hold its shape and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Dust the Chocolate Roll Dainty with powdered sugar before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(715.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2051.7

Total Fat 107.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 994mg	0%
Sodium 1403.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 130.9g
Protein 39.3g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 156.3mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 772.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 44.8%