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Chocolate Roll with Cream Cheese Filling Recipe

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This Chocolate Roll recipe features a light and tender cocoa cake rolled with a smooth and creamy cream cheese filling. Perfect as a delightful dessert for any occasion, the cake is baked in a jelly roll pan, then rolled while warm and filled with a luscious cream cheese frosting. The combination of rich chocolate and tangy cream cheese creates a balanced, irresistible treat.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake

  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (21g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 cup (133g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup neutral oil (such as avocado oil or canola oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cream Cheese Filling

  • 1 (8-ounce) brick cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar (sifted)
  • 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking pan: Heat oven to 350°F. Line a 15 x 10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an extra 1-inch of parchment sticking up on both 15-inch sides for easy lifting later. To help parchment stick better, sprinkle a little water on the pan before pressing the parchment down or lightly mist the parchment with cooking spray for easier cake release.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, espresso powder (if using), and fine sea salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
  3. Beat wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together for 1 minute until thick and slightly frothy. Add the neutral oil and vanilla extract, whisking just to combine.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Gently fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the cake's tenderness.
  5. Bake the cake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared jelly roll pan. Bake for about 11 minutes, or until the top of the cake springs back when touched lightly.
  6. Roll the cake: Very carefully lift the parchment paper and cake out onto a flat, heat-safe surface. While still warm but manageable, slowly roll the cake from the short end to the other short end using your hands. Transfer the rolled cake to a wire rack and let cool to room temperature.
  7. Make the cream cheese filling: While the cake cools, whisk together the room temperature cream cheese, sifted powdered sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth. Adjust thickness if needed by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or a small amount of water to thin. The filling should be spreadable but not runny.
  8. Fill and re-roll the cake: Once the cake has cooled, carefully unroll it on a flat surface. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake, leaving a 3/4-inch border around the edges. Gently roll the cake up again, peeling the parchment paper away as you roll completely to remove it.
  9. Chill: Wrap the filled chocolate roll tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to set the filling and flavors.
  10. Serve: Remove from fridge, unwrap, and transfer the chocolate roll to a serving dish. Optionally dust with powdered sugar on all sides. Slice into servings and enjoy.
  11. Storage: Rewrap any leftovers tightly in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
  • Be careful rolling the cake while warm to avoid cracking.
  • Adjust cream cheese filling consistency as needed with powdered sugar or small amounts of water.
  • Use a jelly roll pan for optimal cake thickness and rolling ease.
  • For best results, cream cheese and butter should be at room temperature prior to mixing.
  • Dusting with powdered sugar is optional but adds an elegant finish.
  • Leftover cake roll is best kept refrigerated and consumed within 3 days.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 11 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/chocolate-roll-with-cream-cheese-filling-recipe/