Nut-Free Chocolate Swiss Roll

Indulge in the decadence of our Nut-Free Chocolate Swiss Roll, a light and airy dessert that's as stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for chocolate lovers with dietary restrictions, this nut-free treat features a fluffy cocoa sponge cake rolled around a velvety dark chocolate ganache filling. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, this dessert is deceptively easy yet visually impressive—ideal for family gatherings or a special weekend indulgence. The cake is baked to tender perfection, then delicately rolled while warm to create its signature swirl. Once filled with the rich chocolate ganache and chilled to set, it's a show-stopping dessert sure to please both kids and adults. A dusting of powdered sugar adds the final elegant touch. Whether celebrating an occasion or simply treating yourself, this recipe guarantees a nut-free slice of blissful cocoa heaven!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 65 grams all-purpose flour
• 25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 200 milliliters whipping cream
• 50 grams powdered sugar
• 100 grams dark chocolate
• 30 grams butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring it reaches up the sides.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is thick, pale, and airy. This should take about 5 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3

In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, taking care not to deflate the batter.

Step 5

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly pressed.

Step 7

While the cake is baking, place a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it generously with powdered sugar.

Step 8

Once baked, immediately invert the cake onto the prepared towel, remove the parchment paper, and roll the cake from the short end, incorporating the towel as you go. This forms the cake's rolled shape as it cools.

Step 9

To prepare the filling, heat the whipping cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to simmer.

Step 10

Remove from the heat and add chopped dark chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth and let it sit until slightly thickened but still spreadable.

Step 11

Gently unroll the cooled cake and spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the surface.

Step 12

Re-roll the cake without the towel and place the roll seam side down on a serving plate.

Step 13

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set the ganache and improve slicing.

Step 14

Before serving, dust the top with sifted powdered sugar, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	780.3 grams (780.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2605

Total Fat 147.20g	189%
Saturated Fat 79.40g	397%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 1022mg	341%
Sodium 1562mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 281.60g	102%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 199.60g
Protein 43.00g	86%

Vitamin D 165IU	824%
Calcium 222mg	17%
Iron 23mg	126%
Potassium 1448mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 42.9%