Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake Recipe
This decadent Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake combines the rich flavors of pistachio cream, toasted kataifi, dark chocolate ganache, and luscious chocolate mousse. Rolled into a delicate log cake, it offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors perfect for a special dessert or celebratory treat. The cake features layers of moist chocolate oat cake, creamy pistachio kataifi filling, and a coating of smooth chocolate ganache, all finished with an elegant pistachio and kataifi decoration.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Chocolate Oat Log Cake
- 1.25 cups pistachio cream
- 3/4 cup toasted kataifi (toast 3/4 cup kataifi with 1 tablespoon butter)
- 1 cup chopped dark chocolate
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1.5 cups chocolate mousse
- Optional: pistachio kataifi bites for decoration
- Prepare the Chocolate Oat Cake: Follow the specific instructions for the chocolate oat cake as referenced in the ingredient list, ensuring the cake is baked and allowed to cool completely before assembling.
- Make Pistachio Cream: While the cake cools, prepare the pistachio cream or pistachio butter using the linked recipe, ensuring it has a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Toast Kataifi: Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan over medium heat, then add 3/4 cup of kataifi pastry. Sauté until the kataifi is golden and crisp, then remove from heat and let cool.
- Combine Toasted Kataifi with Pistachio Cream: Gently fold the toasted kataifi into the pistachio cream or butter until well incorporated.
- Melt Dark Chocolate Ganache: Set up a double boiler by placing a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water on medium heat. Add the chopped dark chocolate to the bowl and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in the almond milk until smooth and glossy.
- Apply Ganache on Cake: Spread the melted chocolate ganache evenly over the cooled chocolate oat cake, creating a smooth layer.
- Layer Pistachio Kataifi Filling: Spoon the pistachio kataifi mixture on top of the ganache layer and gently smooth it using the back of a spoon.
- Roll the Cake: Carefully roll the cake and fillings into a log shape. Wrap the roll tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the freezer for 1 hour or in the refrigerator for up to 3 hours to set.
- Apply Chocolate Mousse: Once chilled, unwrap the cake and slather the entire surface with chocolate mousse or your preferred chocolate buttercream for a rich finish.
- Decorate: Warm any leftover chocolate ganache and drizzle over the cake. Decorate with pistachio kataifi bites and chopped pistachios for an attractive presentation.
- Serve: Slice and enjoy your Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake with a comforting mug of coffee, tea, or almond milk.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate oat cake is completely cool before spreading ganache to prevent melting.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the ganache for optimal flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by selecting pistachio cream and chocolate mousse according to taste.
- Kataifi can be found in specialty Middle Eastern or Mediterranean grocery stores.
- For best texture, chill the rolled cake for the recommended time before slicing.
- Optional garnish with chopped pistachios adds a nice crunch and visual appeal.
Keywords: Dubai Chocolate Roll Cake, pistachio cream, kataifi, chocolate oat cake, chocolate mousse, chocolate ganache, Middle Eastern dessert, rolled cake