dessert rolls

There’s something unmistakably elegant about a Swiss Roll — a dessert that feels plucked straight from a Viennese café, yet is surprisingly achievable in your own kitchen. With its delicate sponge and smooth chocolate ganache, this roll brings European patisserie flair without the formality. Think of it as a culinary train ride from your stovetop to St. Stephen’s Square. The key lies in the sponge: soft yet structured, made airy with whipped eggs instead of leavening agents — a technique I picked up while watching a pastry chef in Salzburg. The ganache, rich and glossy, is tempered just enough to … Read more