Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
5 unit

Egg

separated

70 g

White flour

sifted

30 g

Cocoa

sifted

100 g

Sugar

60 ml

Vegetable oil

75 ml

Hot water

200 ml

Heavy cream

whipped

15 g

Sugar

50 g

Chocolate

melted

1 tbsp

Rum

Step 1
~3 min

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine the flour and cocoa and sift.

Step 3
~3 min

Separate the egg whites and yolks.

Step 4
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 190C (375F).

Step 5
~3 min

Lightly beat the egg whites.

Step 6
~3 min

Gradually add half of the sugar to the egg whites, mixing well after each addition.

Step 7
~3 min

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Step 8
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine the egg yolks and the remaining sugar.

Step 9
~3 min

Mix the egg yolks and sugar until light-colored and thick, achieving a mayonnaise-like consistency.

Step 10
~3 min

Pour the vegetable oil into the egg yolk mixture and mix well.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the hot water to the egg yolk mixture and mix.

Step 12
~3 min

Sift in the dry ingredients (flour and cocoa) and mix until just combined.

Step 13
~3 min

Gently fold in 1/3 of the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Fold in half of the remaining egg whites.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the yolk mixture to the remaining egg whites and fold in lightly with a rubber spatula, lifting the batter from the center.

Step 16
~3 min

Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet.

Step 17
~3 min

Rap the baking sheet on the counter to remove air bubbles.

Step 18
~3 min

Bake at 190C (375F) for 15-17 minutes, or until a bamboo skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 19
~3 min

Let the cake cool on a cooling rack with the parchment paper attached.

Step 20
~3 min

Cover the cooled cake tightly with plastic wrap to prevent drying.

Step 21
~3 min

For the chocolate cream, melt the chocolate over a hot water bath.

Step 22
~3 min

In a separate bowl, add the sugar to the heavy cream and whip to very soft peaks.

Step 23
~3 min

Add 1/4 of the whipped cream to the melted chocolate and mix well.

Step 24
~3 min

Gradually add and mix in the remaining whipped heavy cream until it reaches the desired firmness.

Step 25
~3 min

Remove the parchment paper from the cooled cake and place it on a new sheet of parchment.

Step 26
~3 min

Diagonally cut off the edge of the cake that will be on the outside of the rolled cake.

Step 27
~3 min

Spread the chocolate cream evenly over the cake, leaving a 2-3 cm border on the cut end.

Step 28
~3 min

Lifting up the paper, slowly roll up the cake tightly.

Step 29
~3 min

Refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks for a light and airy texture.

Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent a tough cake.

Cool the cake completely before frosting to prevent the cream from melting.

Use high-quality chocolate for the cream filling for the best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Accompany with fresh berries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream
Raspberry sauce

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Japan

Cultural Significance

Chiffon cakes are a popular dessert in Japan.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Holidays

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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