Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 374°F (190°C) and grease a 12×16 inch pan with cooking spray or butter. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and frothy, about 5 minutes. Add the seeds from the vanilla bean and a few drops of food coloring. Sift in flour and cocoa powder, fold gently.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until edges pull away and the center springs back when touched. Monitor for a soft texture.
- Once baked, let the cake cool for about 5 minutes in the pan. Invert onto parchment paper and cover with plastic wrap to retain moisture.
- Beat together cream cheese, honey, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Trim the edges of the cooled sponge to create a rectangle. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake, leaving a border. Roll the cake with the help of the parchment paper into a tight log shape. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
- After chilling, cut the ends of the log at an angle and whip the butter with powdered sugar and Sambuca until fluffy. Cover the log with the frosting, creating a bark-like texture, and garnish with raspberries, star anise, and powdered sugar dusting.
Nutrition
Notes
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Avoid reheating to preserve the cake's texture.
