Choco Swiss Roll Delight

Choco Swiss Roll Delight

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

- ½ cup all-purpose flour

- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

- 1 teaspoon baking powder

- ½ teaspoon salt

- 4 large eggs

- ½ cup granulated sugar

- 2 tablespoons melted butter

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Creamy Filling:

- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature

- 1 cup powdered sugar

- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Decadent Ganache:

- ⅔ cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate morsels

- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

- 4 tablespoons powdered sugar

- 3-4 tablespoons milk

For Dusting:

- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

   - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.

   - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

   - In a separate large bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale. Add in melted butter and vanilla, mixing until combined.

   - Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until smooth.

   - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 11 minutes or until the cake springs back when gently touched.

   - Lay a clean tea towel on a flat surface, dusted with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar. Invert the cake onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper, and roll the cake with the towel from the short end. Let it cool completely for 2 hours.

2. Create the Filling:

   - Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Adjust consistency with milk if needed.

3. Assemble the Roll:

   - Once cooled, unroll the cake and spread the filling evenly, leaving a ¾-inch border.

   - Re-roll the cake (without the towel), wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

4. Make the Ganache:

   - Microwave chocolate morsels and heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

   - Whisk in powdered sugar and add milk, one tablespoon at a time, until smooth and pourable.

5. Finish and Serve:

   - Trim the ends of the cake for a neat look. Place it on a cooling rack over a baking sheet and pour the ganache over the top.

   - Let the ganache set, transfer to a serving plate, and slice.

Enjoy your indulgent Choco Swiss Roll Delight with friends and family!