Kirby Chocolate and Butter Cake Rolls
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Kirby chocolate and butter cake rolls
These delightful Kirby-themed cake rolls are not only adorable but also incredibly delicious. Perfect for a fun dessert or a special occasion, they combine the rich flavors of chocolate and butter into a soft, fluffy roll. Let's get baking!
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pink food coloring
- Black food gel or chocolate chips (for eyes)
- White and red fondant (for eyes and cheeks)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until well combined. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- While the cake is still warm, place a clean kitchen towel over the cake and carefully flip it over onto the towel. Gently peel off the parchment paper. Starting from one short end, roll the cake up with the towel inside. Let it cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Once the cake is completely cool, unroll it gently. Spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the cake. Re-roll the cake without the towel and place it seam-side down on a serving plate.
- Tint some of the whipped cream with pink food coloring and spread a thin layer over the cake roll for Kirby's skin. Use black food gel or chocolate chips for Kirby's eyes. Cut small circles from white fondant for the whites of the eyes and red fondant for the cheeks.
There you have it! Your Kirby Chocolate and Butter Cake Rolls are ready to impress both the eyes and the taste buds. Enjoy this whimsical and tasty treat with friends and family!