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Chocolate Caramel Cake Roll

Indulgent Chocolate Caramel Cake Roll for Sweet Moments

This Chocolate Caramel Cake Roll redefines indulgence with moist chocolate sponge and luscious caramel buttercream.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 units Eggs Provide structure and moisture in the cake; no substitutions recommended for best results.
  • 1 package Chocolate Cake Mix Opt for Devil’s Food or similar for rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Water Completes the wet mixture for the cake batter.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil Can be substituted with melted butter for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Ensure it's finely sifted for a smooth finish.
For the Caramel Buttercream
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Acts as the base for the buttercream, providing richness.
  • 1/2 cup Caramel Sauce Consider using store-bought or homemade.
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar Ensure finely sifted for smooth consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor of the buttercream.
For the Ganache Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Regular cream can work but may yield a thinner ganache.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark works great.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Toasted Pecans Can be omitted for a nut-free version.

Equipment

  • 10x15 inch jelly roll pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing the sides.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat 3 eggs until frothy, then gradually add chocolate cake mix, water, and vegetable oil, stirring until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into your prepared jelly roll pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Remove the cake from the oven and dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar. Invert the cake onto the towel and roll it tightly while warm.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of unsalted butter until fluffy, then add caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  6. Unroll the cake and spread an even layer of caramel buttercream over the surface, then re-roll the cake tightly.
  7. Heat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until hot, pour it over 1 cup of chocolate chips, stir until smooth to create ganache.
  8. Pour the ganache over the filled cake roll and smooth it out. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped toasted pecans.
  9. Chill the cake roll in the fridge for about 1 hour, then slice and serve, drizzling additional caramel sauce if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, follow the expert tips on rolling warm and chilling for clean cuts. Use high-quality ingredients for optimal flavor.

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