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Black Forest Cake Roll

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This Black Forest Cake Roll is a stunning twist on the classic German dessert, featuring rich chocolate sponge cake, tangy sour cherry sauce, and a creamy whipped filling. It’s the perfect elegant dessert for holidays or special occasions, easy to assemble and full of Black Forest flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup dark unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 9 oz sour cherries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp kirsch (optional)
  • 7 oz cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipping cream, chilled
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Sour cherries (for garnish)
  • Chocolate flakes (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 12×16-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla until foamy. Add oil and mix well.
  4. Fold in the dry ingredients gently until combined.
  5. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 8–10 minutes.
  6. While the cake is still warm, dust with powdered sugar, invert onto a towel, peel off parchment, and roll up with the towel inside. Let it cool completely.
  7. For the cherry sauce, cook cherries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until thickened (5–10 minutes). Let cool and stir in kirsch if using.
  8. For the filling, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add chilled whipping cream and beat until stiff peaks form.
  9. Unroll the cooled cake, spread the cream filling evenly, spoon over cherry sauce, and gently re-roll without the towel.
  10. Chill the rolled cake for at least 2 hours. Garnish with whipped cream, cherries, and chocolate flakes before serving.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, use only whipped cream.
  • Kirsch adds an authentic touch, but it’s optional.
  • Roll the sponge while warm to prevent cracks.
  • Avoid freezing due to the whipped filling.

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