Follow these steps for perfect results
Eggs
separated
Sugar
Vanilla
Flour
sifted
Cocoa
sifted
Cocoa
sifted
Baking Powder
Salt
Heavy Cream
Powdered Sugar
sifted
Powdered Sugar
sifted
Almonds
sliced, toasted
Ginger
chipped candied
Orange Marmalade
Water
Butter
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Beat egg whites until foamy.
Gradually add sugar to the egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form.
In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with vanilla until thick and lemon-colored.
Fold the egg yolk mixture into the egg white mixture.
Sift together flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
Pour batter into a wax paper-lined 10 x 15 x 1 inch pan.
Bake for 13-15 minutes.
Invert the cake onto a towel sprinkled with cocoa powder.
Remove the wax paper and trim the crisp edges from the cake.
Roll up the cake with the towel and chill for 30 minutes.
Unroll the cake and remove the towel.
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
Mix in sliced almonds and candied ginger.
Spread orange marmalade evenly over the cake.
Spread the whipped cream mixture over the marmalade.
Reroll the cake tightly, placing it seam-side down on a serving platter.
Bring water to a boil.
Stir in powdered sugar and cocoa until smooth.
Blend in vanilla and butter; let cool slightly.
Glaze the cake with the chocolate mixture.
Garnish with the remaining toasted sliced almonds.
Expert advice for the best results
Toast the almonds for a richer flavor.
Make sure the cake is completely cool before glazing.
Use high-quality chocolate for the glaze.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 min
Can be made 1 day ahead
Garnish with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Serve chilled.
Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Serve with coffee or tea.
Pairs well with chocolate desserts
Enhances chocolate flavour
Discover the story behind this recipe
Inspired by Lincoln Logs toys, a symbol of American childhood.
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