Heavenly Black Forest Roll Cake Recipe
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of the Heavenly Black Forest Roll Cake. This delightful dessert combines fluffy chocolate cake with luscious whipped cream and tart cherries, all rolled into a beautiful cake that is perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet (15x10 inch)
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 Mixing bowls
- 1 Electric mixer or whisk
- 1 Rubber spatula
- 1 Sieve or sifter
- 1 Plastic wrap
- 1 Serving platter
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cherry pie filling (or fresh cherries)
- to taste Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 15x10 inch baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring the paper extends over the edges.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on high speed until thick and pale, about 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly. Bake for about 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven, carefully invert it onto a clean kitchen towel (remove the parchment paper), and roll it up along with the towel. Let it cool completely in this rolled position.
- Meanwhile, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake has cooled, gently unroll it and spread a generous layer of whipped cream over the cake. Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the whipped cream.
- Carefully roll the cake back up, this time without the towel. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Before serving, remove the cake from the refrigerator and slice it into 1-inch thick portions. Garnish each slice with chocolate shavings.
Notes
For an extra touch, you can drizzle some chocolate sauce over the top before serving.
This cake is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Feel free to use homemade whipped cream if you prefer, and adjust the sweetness based on your taste.