Description
This Easter Chocolate Log Cake is a rich, indulgent chocolate sponge roll filled with smooth chocolate cream, drizzled with chocolate ganache, and decorated with mini Easter eggs for a festive touch. Perfect for your Easter table, this showstopper is guaranteed to delight friends and family!
Ingredients
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For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp milk
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For the Chocolate Cream Filling:
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
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For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 oz dark or milk chocolate, chopped
- 1 tbsp butter (for shine)
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For Decoration:
- Mini chocolate eggs, malted milk eggs, or jelly beans
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
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Make the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs and sugar on high speed for 5 minutes until pale and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and milk, whisking to combine.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
- While warm, carefully roll the cake in a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Let it cool completely.
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Make the Chocolate Cream Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Carefully unroll the cooled sponge cake and spread an even layer of chocolate cream over the surface.
- Gently roll the cake back up without the towel and place seam-side down on a serving tray.
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Make the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- Heat heavy cream until hot but not boiling. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth, then mix in the butter for shine.
- Let cool slightly, then spread or drizzle over the cake roll.
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Decorate & Serve!:
- Arrange mini chocolate eggs on top and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
- Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing and serving!
Notes
- You can substitute the heavy cream for whipped cream for a lighter texture in the filling.
- To make the ganache topping dairy-free, use coconut cream and dairy-free chocolate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg