A luscious dessert that marries rich chocolate sponge cake with airy whipped cream and juicy cherries — ideal for any celebration or special treat!
📝 Ingredients
Chocolate Sponge Cake
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4 large eggs
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Whipped Cream Filling
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1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Filling & Decoration
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1 cup cherry pie filling or fresh pitted cherries
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2 tbsp cherry liqueur (optional)
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1/2 cup chocolate shavings or curls
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Fresh cherries (for garnish)
👩🍳 Directions
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Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
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Make the Cake: Beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Stir in vanilla. Sift cocoa powder over mixture and gently fold in.
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Bake: Pour batter evenly into pan. Bake 12-15 minutes until springy to touch.
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Roll Cake: Immediately invert onto powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel. Peel off parchment. Roll cake with towel inside and cool completely.
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Whip Cream: Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
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Fill: Unroll cake carefully. Spread whipped cream, leaving a border. Spoon cherries and drizzle liqueur if using.
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Roll Again: Roll cake up without towel. Place seam-side down.
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Decorate: Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar. Garnish with chocolate shavings and fresh cherries.
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Serve: Chill and slice for a stunning, delicious treat!
🍽️ Nutritional Info
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
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Baking Time: 15 minutes
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Total Time: 35 minutes
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Servings: 10
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Calories: ~300 kcal per serving
