Melt the butter over a low heat and let cool. Whip the eggs with the sugar and a pinch of salt until they triple in volume. Add the melted butter and mix for another 10 seconds. Turn off the mixer. Incorporate the flour with gentle upward movements.
Preheat the oven to 180 °C (360 °F). Line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the tray and level it. Bake for 15 minutes. When ready, flip it out onto a clean towel. Roll up while the sponge is warm. Leave to cool.
Filling:
Heat up the cooking cream to an almost boiling point. Add the chocolate and vanilla. Leave for two minutes. Stir vigorously to achieve a smooth consistency. Leave to cool for half an hour.
Gently unfold the rolled-up sponge. Spread over the apricot jam. On top of that, spread the chocolate cream. Roll up tightly. Refrigerate for an hour. Glaze the roll with chocolate icing. It is delicious.