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CHOCOLATE SWISS ROLL

A dessert is an expression of creativity and culinary mastery. In the world of desserts, simplicity meets sophistication. 

Desserts are a perfect way to finish your meal or start your day for a day.  At least, that’s a productive way of looking at them – the feeling of earning your treat or that extra morning boost. 

Let’s know a little about Swiss Roll 

Have you ever wondered what could be the origin of this favorite childhood piece of happiness? Have you ever pondered upon what its variations would look like? Well, it’s a fun trivia to think over whilst enjoying that piece of your favourite Chocolate Roll Cake / Chocolate Swiss Roll/ Chocolate Roulade – you name it as you like!

Unlike your guess, that they may have originated in Switzerland; Swiss Rolls as they are commonly known as, are said to be originated somewhere in Central Europe.

What are the basic ingredients required to make a Swiss Roll?

Well, Swiss Roll do not really need a lot of ingredients. The basic ingredients required to make a Swiss Roll are egg whites, egg yolks, castor sugar, and flour. But the technique to make a perfect Swiss Roll is sheer mastery. 

Recipe for Swiss Roll Sponge

Method: -

Whisk the eggs and sugar over a Bain Marie (double boiler) till 36 degrees Celsius.

Whisk it till ribbon stage.

Add in the honey, water and milk at warm temperature and continue whisking.

Lastly fold in the flour and cocoa powder. 

Spread this batter over a tray (60 cm * 40 cm) and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius.

Once baked, unmould from the tray, and transfer it onto a cooling rack.

On cooling, spread the whipped ganache and roll. Place the rolled Swiss roll in the freezer.

Once set, cut, and serve. 

Recipe for Whipped Ganache

Method:

• Warm cream and pour over chocolate.
• Blend well to emulsify.
• Cool to 3-5 degrees Celsius and whisk till medium peaks.
• Spread over cooled down sponge and roll.
• Pipe the remaining whipped ganache as desired over the cake.

Do give the recipe a try! We are sure you will love it.

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