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Black Forest Roll Cake

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A tender chocolate sponge rolled with sweet cherry filling and fluffy whipped cream, topped with grated chocolate for a classic Black Forest flavor in an elegant and easy-to-serve dessert.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 to 10 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • Chocolate Roll Cake:
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cherry Filling:
  • 2 cups pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Cream:
  • 2 cups cold heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Topping:
  • Grated dark chocolate
  • Fresh cherries (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the Cherry Filling: In a saucepan, combine cherries and sugar. Dissolve cornstarch in water and stir in. Cook over medium heat until thickened. Stir in lemon juice and let cool completely.
  2. Make the Cake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Beat eggs and sugar for 5–6 minutes until pale and fluffy. Add milk, oil, and vanilla and mix. Sift in flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold to combine. Spread into pan and bake 10–12 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
  3. Turn the cake out onto a clean towel, peel off parchment, and roll up with the towel. Let it cool completely.
  4. Make the Cream: Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until thick and fluffy.
  5. Assemble: Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread a thin layer of whipped cream, then cherry filling, followed by more cream. Re-roll gently. Spread remaining cream over the outside.
  6. Decorate: Top with grated dark chocolate and fresh cherries if desired.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Roll the cake while warm to avoid cracking.
  • Thaw and drain frozen cherries before using.
  • Use mascarpone in the cream for a richer texture.
  • Decorate just before serving for best presentation.
  • Serve chilled and slice with a sharp serrated knife.

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