Decadent Chocolate Cake Roll (With Creamy Marshmallow Filling)
Don’t let its elegant swirl fool you—a chocolate cake roll is surprisingly easy to make! With a quick sponge cake base, a light and fluffy cream cheese marshmallow filling, and a rich chocolate drizzle on top, this dessert is as delightful to slice as it is to eat.
🧁 What You’ll Need
For the Cake:
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3 eggs
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1 cup granulated sugar
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⅓ cup water
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¾ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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Additional cocoa powder and powdered sugar (for rolling)
For the Frosting:
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8 oz cream cheese
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⅓ cup granulated sugar
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½ cup marshmallow fluff
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1½ cups Cool Whip (tub, not spray)
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1½ cups mini marshmallows
For the Topping:
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Chocolate syrup
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Mini marshmallows
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Pan
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper and lightly spray it with cooking spray.
2. Make the Cake Batter
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Beat eggs on high speed for 5 minutes until thick and pale yellow.
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Gradually mix in the sugar.
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On low speed, add water and vanilla.
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Slowly add flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Mix just until smooth.
3. Bake the Cake
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Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread evenly.
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Bake for 7–8 minutes. Use a toothpick to check for doneness.
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Loosen the edges with a spatula.
4. Roll the Cake
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Dust a clean kitchen towel generously with cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
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Flip the hot cake onto the towel, peel off the parchment paper, and trim edges if needed.
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Gently roll the cake up with the towel (from the narrow end), and let it cool completely on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
5. Prepare the Filling
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Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth (about 2 minutes).
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Add marshmallow fluff and mix well.
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On low speed, blend in Cool Whip just until combined.
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Fold in the mini marshmallows with a spatula.
6. Fill & Roll
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Unroll the cooled cake gently.
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Spread the cream mixture evenly, leaving a 1½-inch border on one short end.
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Roll the cake back up tightly (starting from the filled end), and place seam-side down on your serving dish.
7. Add the Finishing Touches
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Drizzle with chocolate syrup.
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Sprinkle extra mini marshmallows on top.
❄️ Chill and Serve
Cover the cake and refrigerate until ready to serve. Slice to reveal the beautiful swirl and enjoy every bite!
