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Gordon Ramsay Chocolate Cake Swiss

Gordon Ramsay Chocolate Cake Swiss
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Gordon Ramsay’s chocolate Swiss roll cake is a light cocoa sponge cake rolled around a rich chocolate filling, typically ganache or whipped cream. Baked in a thin sheet, the sponge is rolled while warm and later filled, creating beautiful spirals when sliced.

Ingredients

For the chocolate sponge:

  • 4 large eggs, room temperature

  • 100g (½ cup) granulated sugar

  • 30g (¼ cup) unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted

  • 50g (⅓ cup) all-purpose flour, sifted

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

For the filling (chocolate ganache):

  • 150g dark chocolate (60–70%), chopped

  • 150ml heavy cream

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional, for extra gloss)

For dusting and decorating:

  • Powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or chocolate shavings

  • Fresh berries (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven: Set to 180°C (350°F). Line a 9×13-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.

  • Make the sponge batter: In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar together for 4–5 minutes until pale, thick, and doubled in volume.

  • Sift and fold: Sift in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Add vanilla. Gently fold with a spatula to retain air.

  • Bake the sponge: Pour into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until springy to the touch.

  • Roll while warm: Place a sheet of parchment over the cake and invert onto a clean towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment, then roll the cake (with the towel inside) gently from the short end. Let cool completely in the rolled shape.

  • Make the ganache filling: Heat the cream until just simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit 1 minute. Stir until smooth. Add butter for extra shine and let cool to spreading consistency.

  • Unroll and fill: Carefully unroll the sponge, spread with ganache, then re-roll without the towel.

  • Decorate and serve: Trim the ends, dust with powdered sugar or cocoa, and garnish with chocolate shavings or berries if desired. Chill briefly before slicing.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-chocolate-cake-swiss/