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Set the oven to 350°F (175°C), lay parchment paper on a jelly roll pan, and lightly grease the surface.
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Whisk sugar and eggs until fluffy, add vanilla, then gently fold in sifted flour, cocoa, salt, and baking powder.
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Pour the batter into the pan and spread out evenly. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it springs back when touched.
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While the cake is still hot, roll it in a powdered sugar-covered clean towel to keep it from sticking. Let it fully cool.
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Whip up heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks show up. Stir in the caramel sauce gently.
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Unroll the cooled cake, spread the caramel cream across it, sprinkle with pecans, and roll it back up carefully.
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Melt semi-sweet chocolate and drizzle it over the cake. Toss on extra pecans if you'd like for decoration.
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Pop the roll in the fridge for at least an hour so it firms up. Then slice and serve.