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Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll You'll Love

This Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll features a moist chocolate cake filled with creamy peanut butter frosting, topped with rich ganache.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Sponge Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Use a gluten-free blend for dietary needs.
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Swap for Dutch-process cocoa for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Baking soda can also work if paired with an acid.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Flax eggs are a great vegan substitute.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Brown sugar can deepen the flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable oil Melted coconut oil adds a lovely flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Consider almond extract for a twist.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Non-dairy milk works wonderfully for a dairy-free version.
For the Peanut Butter Filling
  • 1 cup Creamy peanut butter Chunky peanut butter adds delightful texture.
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Try a sugar alternative for lower sugar options.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream Coconut cream is perfect for a non-dairy option.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped peanut butter cups Feel free to mix in different candies.
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can create an even richer topping.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream Use coconut cream for a dairy-free ganache.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Jelly Roll Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together for 4 to 5 minutes until thick and creamy. Gradually mix in the vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into your prepared jelly roll pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  6. Remove the cake from the oven and turn it out onto a sugared kitchen towel. Carefully roll the cake up with the towel inside and let it cool completely.
  7. In a separate bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter with powdered sugar, then add heavy cream and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth, then gently fold in chopped peanut butter cups.
  8. Once cooled, unroll the cake and spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the surface. Roll the cake back up tightly and place seam side down.
  9. In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until hot but not boiling. Pour the hot cream over the semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the assembled roll and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe is versatile and can be adapted for gluten-free and vegan diets.

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