Turtle Caramel Chocolate Cake Roll
A luscious dessert combining rich chocolate cake, gooey caramel, and fluffy whipped cream, perfect for special occasions or gratifying a sweet tooth.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs Use room temperature for better volume.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling
- 3/4 cup caramel sauce Plus extra for drizzling.
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar on medium speed until thick and pale (about 5 minutes). Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture with a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing it into an even layer.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cake springs back when touched.
Cooling and Rolling
- Remove the cake from the oven and cool for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar on a clean kitchen towel, invert the cake onto it, and roll it up carefully. Let it cool completely while rolled.
Preparing the Filling
- In a small saucepan, heat the caramel sauce on low until warm. Stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in half of the caramel chocolate mixture.
Assembling
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream filling on top, leaving a small border.
- Drizzle the remaining caramel chocolate mixture over the filling, then roll the cake back up carefully, seam-side down.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to set.
Serving
- Slice the cake roll once chilled and drizzle with additional caramel sauce before serving, if desired.
Notes
For the best flavor, pair with vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit like strawberries. Can store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.