Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade

Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade is a decadent dessert featuring rich dark chocolate, eggs, caster sugar, cocoa powder, and double cream. Ready in 45 minutes, it serves 8.

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💗 The Benefits Of Trying This Delicious Recipe:

• Decadent Richness. Rich dark chocolate and velvety cream create an indulgent delight.
• Impressive Yet Simple. Its elegant appearance belies its straightforward preparation.
• Versatile Crowd-Pleaser. Perfect for any occasion, it is loved by both chocolate enthusiasts and casual dessert lovers.
• Satisfyingly Light. Despite its richness, it offers a surprisingly light and airy texture.

❓ What Is Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade Recipe?

Delia Smith’s Chocolate Roulade is a sumptuous dessert crafted with dark chocolate, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, and cream. It boasts a lusciously smooth texture and rich chocolate taste and earns its name from the French word “rouler,” meaning “to roll.”

🍫 Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade Ingredients

• 175g/6oz good-quality dark chocolate, finely chopped
• 6 free-range eggs, yolk, and white separated
• 175g/6oz caster sugar
• 2 tbsp. cocoa powder
• 300 ml/10 fl oz. of double cream
• icing sugar, to dust

🎂 Instructions For Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°F/gas 4. Grease and line a 33cm x 23cm tin.
2. Melt chocolate; set aside to cool.
3. Whisk the egg whites until stiff.
4. Whisk the yolks and sugar until creamy. Add cooled chocolate; fold.
5. Fold in egg whites and sifted cocoa. Pour into the tin; level.
6. Bake for 20–25 minutes; cool in the tin.
7. Whip the cream until soft peaks form.
8. Transfer the roulade onto paper dusted with icing sugar.
9. Spread with cream, leaving a 2cm border.
10. Make a cut at one short edge; roll tightly using the paper.
11. Place the seam side down on a plate or board. Dust it with icing sugar.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Use room-temperature eggs for easier whipping; cold eggs might deflate.
• Avoid overbaking, as it can cause cracking or a dry texture; aim for a slightly soft center.
• Roll gently to prevent cracking; a light touch ensures a smooth Roulade.
• Opt for good-quality dark chocolate to enhance flavor; low-quality chocolate may affect taste and texture.
• Aim for a balanced thickness while rolling, about 1 centimeter, for a perfectly textured Roulade.

🍒 What To Serve With Chocolate Roulade?

Serve with fresh berries, like raspberries or strawberries for a fruity contras accompany it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.

🎚 How To Store Chocolate Roulade?

• In The Fridge. Store the chocolate roulade in the refrigerator, covered loosely with plastic wrap or placed in an airtight container, for up to 2–3 days.
• In the freezer. To freeze, tightly wrap individual slices in cling film and then aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 1 month.

🚫 How To Reheat Chocolate Roulade?

You can’t reheat the assembled roulade, as it may melt or collapse. However, you can warm individual slices briefly in the microwave if desired.

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Delia Smith Chocolate Roulade Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

• Calories: 400 calories
• Fat: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Protein: 8 grams
• Sugar: 35 grams

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