Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease the paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold these dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the cake from the oven, let it cool slightly for 5 minutes. Turn the cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar, peel off the parchment, and roll the cake using the towel. Set aside to cool completely.
Custard Filling
- For the custard, heat the milk, heavy cream, and sugar over medium heat until steaming.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, and remaining vanilla until smooth. Gradually add the hot milk mixture to the egg yolks, whisking constantly.
- Return everything to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking until thickened, approximately 3-5 minutes. Stir in the butter until completely melted and smooth, then let it cool to room temperature.
Ganache
- Heat the heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit. Stir until smooth and mix in any remaining butter until glossy.
Assembly
- Gently unroll the cooled cake, spread the custard evenly over the surface, then roll it back up seam-side down on a serving platter.
- Pour the ganache over the top, letting it drizzle down the sides.
- Chill in the refrigerator for one hour before slicing.
Notes
Temperature matters: Ensure your ingredients are at room temperature for better incorporation. Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements. Add some lemon zest for extra flavor, or try white chocolate ganache for a variation.
