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### Instructions:
1. **Prepare the Roll:**
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
– In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
– In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
– Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
– Pour the batter into the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula.
– Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
– Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then, invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper and roll the cake up with the towel inside to prevent it from sticking.
– Let the cake cool completely while you prepare the filling.
2. **Prepare the Coconut Filling:**
– In a medium bowl, combine the shredded coconut with a bit of sweetened condensed milk (optional for extra richness), or use a creamy coconut yogurt for a dairy-free version. Stir until it forms a thick, spreadable mixture.
3. **Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:**
– In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove from the heat and pour it over the dark chocolate chips in a bowl.
– Stir until smooth and glossy, allowing the ganache to cool slightly.
4. **Assemble the Roll:**
– Unroll the cooled cake carefully and spread the coconut filling evenly over the entire surface.
– Roll the cake back up tightly, making sure the coconut mixture stays inside. You can dust the top with powdered sugar for a beautiful touch.
– Drizzle the ganache over the roll, letting it cascade down the sides like liquid chocolate lava.
5. **Serve and Enjoy:**
– Slice into generous portions and marvel at the beautiful layers of chocolate and coconut. Serve chilled for the best experience.
### Why is this the best dessert in the whole universe?
This Coconut and Chocolate Cheekless Roll combines everything you could want in a dessert: a rich, soft chocolate cake, a sweet and creamy coconut filling, and a velvety smooth chocolate ganache that ties it all together. The balance of textures from the light cake to the chewy coconut, paired with the indulgent chocolate, is absolutely unbeatable. It’s a treat that’s perfect for any occasion — or just for enjoying on a lazy afternoon.
Once you try this roll, you might never go back to regular desserts again. The coconut and chocolate flavors blend so perfectly, it’s as if they were made for each other! So go ahead, give it a try, and see why this cheekless roll is considered the best dessert in the universe.
Happy baking! 🌴🍫
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