The Black Forest Roll Cake is an elegant, sophisticated twist on the traditional Black Forest cake. This dessert combines a rich chocolate sponge cake, luscious whipped cream, and sweet cherries into a beautiful roll cake that’s perfect for any occasion. With its impressive appearance and delicious flavors, it’s sure to be a showstopper. Follow this detailed recipe to create an elegant Black Forest Roll Cake that will impress your family and guests.
Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) whole milk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
For the Cherry Filling:
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
- 2 tablespoons kirsch (optional, for authentic flavor)
For the Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Fresh cherries (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting