Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing the paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the egg mixture until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and springy. Remove from the oven and cool slightly for 5 minutes.
- Invert the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper. Roll the cake tightly with the towel to cool completely.
Preparing the Custard Filling
- In a medium saucepan, heat the milk, heavy cream, and sugar over medium heat until steaming. Whisk together egg yolks, cornstarch, and remaining vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add the warm milk mixture to the egg yolk mixture while whisking. Return to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly until thickened (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in butter.
Making the Ganache
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until simmering. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for 1-2 minutes before stirring until smooth. Mix in butter.
Assembly
- Unroll the cooled cake carefully, spreading custard filling evenly over the surface. Gently roll the cake back up and place seam-side down on a serving platter.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the top, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour to allow the filling and ganache to set. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Using room temperature eggs can help achieve a fluffier cake. Gently fold dry ingredients to keep the cake airy.
