How to Make Chocolate Swiss Roll

A meticulously crafted, delicious chocolate swiss roll — includes instructions for the filling and a lovely sauce for topping. The swiss roll is one of the most elegant desserts you should learn :)

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7 eggs210 g sugar1 tablespoon vanilla extract190 g flour20 g cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking powdersimple syrup (or sugar syrup) for brushing the swiss roll

Chocolate cream

4 packets instant whipped-cream powder200 g melted chocolate6 hazelnut chocolate pieces1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts – optional

Chocolate sauce

220 g chocolate200 g liquid/heavy cream90 g honey50 g butter

Decoration — optional

FruitChocolate pieces

How to make the chocolate cream

Whip the cream according to the package instructions, then add the melted (cooled) chocolate and the chopped hazelnuts if using, and mix until combined.Use the chocolate cream to fill the swiss roll.

How to make the chocolate sauce

For more of Nida's wonderful cake recipes see: Gateau FornoirMacaron Cake are other lovely cake recipes we also recommend.

Step 1

Beat the eggs in a mixer with the vanilla and add the sugar gradually.

Cooking notes

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