Chocolate Swiss Roll
Indulge in this decadent and elegant Chocolate Swiss Roll, a dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with a smooth, buttery filling. The soft, spongy cake, rolled with a creamy German buttercream, makes for a perfect treat for special occasions or when you’re craving something sweet. This recipe includes detailed steps for preparing the pionono (sponge cake) and filling, as well as tips on assembling and decorating your roll for a professional-looking finish.
Ingredients
For the Pionono (Sponge Cake)
- 60g of sugar
- 6 eggs
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla essence
- 40g of flour
- 20g of bitter cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 tablespoon fine salt
For the Filling (German Buttercream)
- 500ml of milk
- 120g sugar
- 40g corn starch
- Vanilla to taste
- 70g cocoa powder
- 100g egg yolk
- 660g butter
