Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream (Vegan + Gluten Free)

Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream (Vegan + Gluten Free)

If you love chocolate and strawberries, then this Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream is the perfect dessert for you! It’s light, fluffy, and full of rich flavors. Plus, it’s completely vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for everyone at your table.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is not only easy to make, but it also uses wholesome ingredients. Oat flour and cassava flour keep it gluten-free, while aquafaba, a magic ingredient made from chickpeas, serves as an egg replacement. The combination of cocoa powder and fresh strawberries will make your taste buds sing. It’s a delightful treat for birthdays, parties, or any occasion!

How to Make Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups oat flour
• 1/4 cup cassava flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup aquafaba (chickpea brine), room temperature
• 1 cup organic granulated sugar or coconut sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, room temperature
• 1/4 cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt, room temperature
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting the dish towel)
• 1 cup sliced strawberries (for garnish)
• 1 cup vegan butter, room temperature
• 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, pulsed into a flour
• 1 can full-fat coconut cream, only the coconut fat
• 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 cup coconut cream
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a medium jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Grease both the pan and the parchment.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together oat flour, cassava flour, cocoa powder, arrowroot starch, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. In a large bowl, whisk aquafaba with sugar until foamy. Mix in applesauce and yogurt.
4. Carefully combine the wet and dry ingredients together.
5. Pour the batter onto the baking sheet and spread it evenly. Bake for 10-13 minutes.
6. Dust cocoa over the warm cake, roll it up while warm, and chill for 2 hours.
7. For the buttercream, cream vegan butter with coconut cream. Then, add strawberry powder and powdered sugar.
8. Unroll the cake, spread it with the buttercream, re-roll it, and chill.
9. For the ganache, heat coconut cream and mix it with chocolate chips until melted. Chill for 10 minutes.
10. Pour the ganache over the rolled cake, garnish with sliced strawberries, and serve.

How to Serve Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream

Slice the rolled cake into portions and serve on a plate. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. You can also add extra fresh strawberries on the side for an added touch!

How to Store Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will remain tasty for about 3-4 days. If you want to keep it for longer, you can freeze it. Just make sure it’s wrapped well.

Tips to Make Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream

• Make sure the aquafaba is whipped well for a light and fluffy cake.
• Use parchment paper to help lift the cake easily when rolling.
• Feel free to experiment with different fruits for garnishing.

Variation

You can replace the strawberries with other fruits like raspberries or blueberries for a different flavor. You can also try different types of non-dairy yogurt for a new taste.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour?
   Yes, you can use regular all-purpose flour if you’re not concerned about keeping it gluten-free.

2. What can I use instead of aquafaba?
   If you don’t have aquafaba, you can use flax eggs (1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons of water) as an alternative.

3. How can I make this recipe nut-free?
   Make sure that all ingredients, especially the butter and yogurt, are labeled nut-free. Avoid any coconut products if there’s a nut allergy concern.

Enjoy making your Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream! It’s sure to impress family and friends alike.

Easy Chocolate Swiss Roll with Strawberry Buttercream

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• Author: olivia
• Total Time: 135 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free

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Description

A light and fluffy vegan and gluten-free chocolate swiss roll filled with strawberry buttercream, perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

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• 1 1/4 cups oat flour
• 1/4 cup cassava flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp arrowroot starch
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup aquafaba (chickpea brine), room temperature
• 1 cup organic granulated sugar or coconut sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, room temperature
• 1/4 cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt, room temperature
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for dusting the dish towel)
• 1 cup sliced strawberries (for garnish)
• 1 cup vegan butter, room temperature
• 1 cup freeze-dried strawberries, pulsed into a flour
• 1 can full-fat coconut cream, only the coconut fat
• 3 cups powdered sugar, sifted
• 1 cup coconut cream
• 1 cup vegan chocolate chips

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a medium jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Grease both the pan and the parchment.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together oat flour, cassava flour, cocoa powder, arrowroot starch, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. In a large bowl, whisk aquafaba with sugar until foamy. Mix in applesauce and yogurt.
4. Carefully combine the wet and dry ingredients together.
5. Pour the batter onto the baking sheet and spread it evenly. Bake for 10-13 minutes.
6. Dust cocoa over the warm cake, roll it up while warm, and chill for 2 hours.
7. For the buttercream, cream vegan butter with coconut cream. Then, add strawberry powder and powdered sugar.
8. Unroll the cake, spread it with the buttercream, re-roll it, and chill.
9. For the ganache, heat coconut cream and mix it with chocolate chips until melted. Chill for 10 minutes.
10. Pour the ganache over the rolled cake, garnish with sliced strawberries, and serve.

Notes

Make sure the aquafaba is whipped well for a light and fluffy cake. Use parchment paper to help lift the cake easily when rolling. Feel free to experiment with different fruits for garnishing.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 13 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 slice
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 20g
• Sodium: 150mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: chocolate swiss roll, vegan dessert, gluten free cake, strawberry buttercream