Luscious Banana Chocolate Dream Roll 🍌🍫
If desserts had royalty, this Banana Chocolate Dream Roll would wear the crown. With a soft vanilla sponge cake wrapped around a rich chocolate filling and ripe banana center, then topped with silky chocolate ganache and fresh banana slices—this is more than dessert, it’s an experience. 😍
Why You’ll Love It 💛
✔️ Fluffy vanilla sponge that melts in your mouth
✔️ Velvety chocolate cream swirled throughout
✔️ Fresh banana center in every slice
✔️ Decadent ganache topping with chocolate shavings
✔️ Eye-catching and elegant—perfect for guests or just treating yourself
Ingredients 🍽️
For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Filling:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 2 ripe bananas (peeled and whole)
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup chocolate chips, melted
- Extra banana slices 🍌
- Chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions 🧑🍳
1. Make the Sponge Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- Beat eggs and sugar together for 5 minutes until pale and thick.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden and springs back to touch.
2. Roll and Cool
- While still warm, dust with powdered sugar.
- Flip cake onto a clean kitchen towel and peel off parchment.
- Roll cake (with the towel) from the short end and let cool completely.
3. Make the Chocolate Filling
- Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips.
- Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
- Let cool until thick but spreadable.
4. Assemble the Dream Roll
- Unroll cooled cake gently.
- Spread chocolate filling evenly.
- Place bananas at the start of the roll.
- Roll tightly and transfer to serving plate.
5. Top It Off
- Drizzle with melted chocolate.
- Add banana slices and chocolate shavings.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing.
Pro Tips 💡
- Use a very ripe banana for max flavor and sweetness.
- For easier slicing, chill roll for 1–2 hours before serving.
- Fancy it up with a touch of whipped cream or chopped nuts.
Perfect For:
- Birthday celebrations
- Sunday family dinners
- Holiday dessert tables
- Late-night indulgence
Storage 🍰
- Refrigerate up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Slice and freeze individual pieces for up to 1 month.
Every Slice Tells a Story ✨
Moist. Sweet. Chocolaty. Fruity. This Banana Chocolate Dream Roll is the stuff of dessert daydreams. Whether you’re impressing guests or just spoiling yourself (as you should!), this is one roll you won’t want to miss.
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luscious Banana Chocolate Dream Roll
If desserts had royalty, this Banana Chocolate Dream Roll would wear the crown. With a soft vanilla sponge cake wrapped around a rich chocolate filling and ripe banana center, then topped with silky chocolate ganache and fresh banana slices—this is more than dessert, it’s an experience. 😍
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Filling:
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 2 ripe bananas (peeled and whole)
For the Topping:
- ¼ cup chocolate chips, melted
- Extra banana slices 🍌
- Chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions
1. Make the Sponge Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- Beat eggs and sugar together for 5 minutes until pale and thick.
- Stir in vanilla.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour into prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until lightly golden and springs back to touch.
2. Roll and Cool
- While still warm, dust with powdered sugar.
- Flip cake onto a clean kitchen towel and peel off parchment.
- Roll cake (with the towel) from the short end and let cool completely.
3. Make the Chocolate Filling
- Heat cream until steaming, then pour over chocolate chips.
- Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth.
- Let cool until thick but spreadable.
4. Assemble the Dream Roll
- Unroll cooled cake gently.
- Spread chocolate filling evenly.
- Place bananas at the start of the roll.
- Roll tightly and transfer to serving plate.
5. Top It Off
- Drizzle with melted chocolate.
- Add banana slices and chocolate shavings.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Pro Tips 💡
- Use a very ripe banana for max flavor and sweetness.
- For easier slicing, chill roll for 1–2 hours before serving.
- Fancy it up with a touch of whipped cream or chopped nuts.