Firecracker Chocolate Roll

Set the Lunar New Year ablaze with our Firecracker Chocolate Roll Cake! Experience layers of rich chocolate with a hint of fiery excitement, symbolizing prosperity and joy. A sweet explosion of flavors to ignite the festivities. Find out how to make this beautiful recipe on the steps below. 

Chocolate Financier:

Ingredients:

• 160g Almond powder
• 240g Icing sugar
• 100g Flour
• 3g Salt
• 220g Egg white (1)
• 200g Embassy Continental Couverture 75%
• 280g Butter
• 80g Egg white (2)
• 50g Brown sugar
• 100g Chopped walnuts
• 40g Dates
• 160g Dried apricots

Chocolate Dacquoise:

Ingredients:

• 135g Egg white
• 100g Sugar
• 135g Almond powder
• 33g Icing sugar
• 16g Cocoa powder
• 2g Salt

Step 1: Prepare Chocolate Financier

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond powder, icing sugar, flour, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the first portion of egg whites (220g) until frothy.
4. In a saucepan, melt Embassy Continental Couverture 75% chocolate and butter over low heat. Allow it to cool slightly.
5. Add the melted chocolate-butter mixture to the dry ingredients, and then fold in the frothy egg whites until well combined.
6. In another bowl, whisk the second portion of egg whites (80g) until soft peaks form. Gradually add brown sugar while continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form.
7. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate batter.
8. Add chopped walnuts, dates, and dried apricots to the batter, folding until evenly distributed.
9. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly.
10. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare Chocolate Dacquoise

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine almond powder, icing sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk egg whites until foamy. Gradually add sugar while continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form.
4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the whipped egg whites until just combined.
5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth it out with a spatula.
6. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the dacquoise is set. Allow it to cool completely.

Step 3: Assemble the Firecracker Roll Cake

1. Once both the financier and dacquoise are cooled, place the dacquoise on top of the financier.
2. Carefully roll the layers together, starting from the shorter end.
3. Trim the edges for a neater appearance if desired.
4. Optional: Decorate the roll cake with additional melted chocolate, powdered sugar, or edible decorations.
5. Chill the roll cake in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours before slicing.
6. Slice and serve the Firecracker Roll Cake. Enjoy!

Note: The proportions and baking times may vary depending on your specific oven, so keep an eye on the cakes while baking.