Chocolate hazelnut swiss roll

**For the topping (optional):**

* Powdered sugar for dusting
* Melted chocolate drizzle or ganache
* More hazelnuts or chocolate shavings

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### 👩‍🍳 Instructions

#### 1. **Preheat and Prepare**

* Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
* Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

#### 2. **Make the Sponge Cake**

* In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light, fluffy, and doubled in volume (about 5 minutes).
* Gently fold in the vanilla.
* In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt.
* Fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Don’t overmix.

#### 3. **Bake**

* Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
* Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the sponge springs back when touched.

#### 4. **Roll the Cake**

* While the cake is still hot, turn it out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
* Peel off the parchment paper.
* Gently roll the cake up with the towel (from the short side) and let it cool completely in that shape.

#### 5. **Make the Filling**

* Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
* Fold in the chocolate hazelnut spread until smooth and fluffy.

#### 6. **Assemble the Swiss Roll**

* Carefully unroll the cooled cake.
* Spread the hazelnut cream filling evenly over the surface.
* Sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts if using.
* Gently re-roll the cake (without the towel) and place seam-side down.

#### 7. **Chill and Decorate**

* Chill for at least 30 minutes to help it set.
* Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

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### 🍴 Tips for Swiss Roll Success

* **Don’t overbake** the sponge — it needs to stay soft and pliable.
* **Roll while warm** to prevent cracking.
* **Chill before slicing** for clean, sharp spirals.

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### ☕ Perfect Pairing

Serve slices of your Chocolate Hazelnut Swiss Roll with:

* Espresso or strong coffee
* Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream on the side
* A glass of dessert wine or hazelnut liqueur

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### Final Thoughts

This Chocolate Hazelnut Swiss Roll brings together everything we love — chocolate, creaminess, and a beautiful presentation. It’s surprisingly easy to whip up for a dessert that looks like it came from a pâtisserie. Whether it’s for a special occasion or just a midweek treat, this is one recipe you’ll want to keep on repeat.

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