Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe
Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake is a luxurious and decadent dessert featuring a moist chocolate oat cake layered with rich pistachio cream mixed with toasted kataifi, covered in smooth chocolate ganache, and finished with a luscious chocolate mousse. This elegant roll cake combines crunchy textures with creamy layers, making it a perfect treat for special occasions or coffee time indulgence.
- Author: Ruby
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Chocolate Oat Log Cake
- 1.25 cups pistachio cream
- 3/4 cup toasted kataifi (saute 3/4 cup kataifi with 1 tablespoon of butter)
- 1 cup chopped dark chocolate
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1.5 cups chocolate mousse
- Optional: Pistachio kataifi bites for decoration
- Butter for toasting kataifi (1 tablespoon)
- Prepare the Chocolate Oat Cake: Follow the recipe to make the chocolate oat cake and allow it to cool completely before assembling.
- Make Pistachio Cream: Prepare the pistachio cream or pistachio butter according to the linked recipe while the cake cools.
- Toast Kataifi: In a pan over medium heat, sauté 3/4 cup kataifi with 1 tablespoon of butter until crisp and golden brown; set aside to cool.
- Mix Pistachio Cream and Kataifi: Combine the toasted kataifi with the pistachio cream or butter, mixing thoroughly to create a crunchy and creamy filling.
- Melt Dark Chocolate Ganache: Using a double boiler method, place chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water on the stovetop. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Add Almond Milk: Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup almond milk into the melted chocolate until fully incorporated, creating a smooth ganache.
- Assemble the Cake Layers: Spread the chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled chocolate oat cake. Spoon the pistachio kataifi filling on top of the ganache and smooth it out using the back of a spoon.
- Roll the Cake: Carefully roll the cake with the filling inside, ensuring a tight but gentle roll. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap.
- Chill the Cake: Place the wrapped cake in the freezer for 1 hour or the refrigerator for up to 3 hours to set the shape and flavors.
- Add Final Frosting: After chilling, spread the chocolate mousse or your preferred chocolate buttercream evenly over the outside of the rolled cake for a luscious finish.
- Decorate: Warm leftover chocolate ganache and drizzle over the mousse layer. Decorate with kataifi and pistachio bites and sprinkle chopped pistachios on top.
- Serve: Slice the Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake and enjoy it with coffee, tea, or almond milk for a delicious and satisfying dessert experience.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate oat cake is completely cool before spreading ganache to prevent melting.
- Use good quality dark chocolate for a richer ganache.
- Kataifi can be found in Middle Eastern grocery stores or substitute with finely shredded phyllo dough.
- Chilling the cake is essential to help it hold its shape when sliced.
- Store leftovers wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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