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Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll Recipe

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This Irresistible Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll features a tender chocolate sponge cake rolled with a creamy peanut butter filling studded with chopped peanut butter cups, and optionally topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for peanut butter and chocolate lovers, this elegant dessert balances rich flavors with a light, fluffy texture.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Sponge Cake

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup milk

Peanut Butter Filling

  • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped peanut butter cups

Optional Ganache Topping

  • ½ cup heavy cream for ganache
  • ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. This will help you easily lift the cake out after baking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until combined to ensure an even distribution of leavening and chocolate flavor.
  3. Beat eggs and sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the 4 large eggs and ¾ cup granulated sugar on high speed for 4–5 minutes until the mixture is thick, pale, and doubled in volume. This aerates the batter and creates a light sponge texture.
  4. Add wet ingredients: Gently fold in the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract into the egg mixture until fully incorporated, ensuring the batter remains airy.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Carefully fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients until smooth, taking care not to deflate the batter. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared jelly roll pan.
  6. Bake the sponge cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when gently touched, indicating it’s done but still moist.
  7. Roll the cake: As soon as the cake is out of the oven, invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted generously with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper carefully, then roll the cake up tightly in the towel. This initial roll helps prevent cracking later. Let it cool completely.
  8. Prepare peanut butter filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth. Then add the heavy cream and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until creamy and spreadable. Fold in the chopped peanut butter cups evenly.
  9. Fill and re-roll the cake: Gently unroll the cooled cake and spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the surface. Re-roll the cake carefully without the towel this time, sealing the seam on the underside.
  10. Make ganache topping (optional): Heat the ½ cup heavy cream in a small saucepan until it is steaming but not boiling. Pour the hot cream over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy. Drizzle or spread the ganache evenly over the rolled cake.
  11. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the assembled roll for at least 30 minutes to set the ganache and filling. Slice into pieces and serve. Optionally, garnish with extra chopped peanut butter cups for added texture and decoration.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs to ensure the batter whips properly, creating a light sponge.
  • Be gentle when folding in dry ingredients to retain air in the batter for a fluffy cake.
  • Rolling the cake while hot prevents cracking during the final roll with filling.
  • The ganache topping is optional but adds a rich chocolate finish; omit for a lighter dessert.
  • Store leftover roll covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute the peanut butter filling with a chocolate cream filling and omit peanut butter cups.

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