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German Black Forest Swiss Roll

  • Author: olivia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate cake, creamy whipped cream, and sweet cherries, perfect for special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can (14 oz) pitted cherries, drained
  • 1/4 cup cherry liqueur (optional)
  • Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until thick and pale.
  3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the egg mixture until combined.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
  5. While the cake bakes, sprinkle a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar.
  6. Once the cake is done, invert it onto the prepared towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper. Roll the cake and towel together from the short end and let it cool completely.
  7. In a chilled bowl, whip together the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  8. Unroll the cooled cake and remove the towel. If using cherry liqueur, brush it over the cake. Spread the whipped cream over the cake, leaving a border around the edges.
  9. Scatter the drained cherries over the whipped cream and carefully roll the cake up without the towel.
  10. Place the roll seam side down on a serving platter. Frost with the remaining whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator, covered for up to 2-3 days. For a non-alcoholic version, use cherry juice instead of liqueur.

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

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: black forest, swiss roll, dessert, chocolate cake, whipped cream, cherries

Find it online: https://sweettreatsrecipes.com/german-black-forest-swiss-roll-recipe/