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Decadent peanut butter cup chocolate roll dessert recipe

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll

A rich chocolate roll filled with creamy peanut butter and topped with luxurious chocolate ganache, perfect for any occasion.
Servings 10 slices
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

For the Peanut Butter Filling

  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Room temperature
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp heavy cream Adjust for desired fluffiness

For the Chocolate Ganache

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips High-quality recommended
  • ½ cup heavy cream For ganache

For Topping

  • 6-8 pieces peanut butter cups, chopped

Instructions

Bake Sponge

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
  • Gently fold in the flour, cocoa powder, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12–15 minutes until set.

Roll Sponge

  • While the sponge is still warm, carefully invert it onto a clean towel dusted with cocoa powder.
  • Gently roll it up, starting at one end, and allow it to cool in this rolled shape.

Make Filling

  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter and softened butter until smooth.
  • Gradually add the powdered sugar and enough heavy cream to achieve a light fluffiness.

Assemble Roll

  • Unroll the cooled sponge carefully and spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the surface.
  • Roll it up tightly again and place it seam-side down. Chill the roll in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Prepare Ganache

  • In a small saucepan, heat the ½ cup of heavy cream until it starts to steam.
  • Pour it over the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl and stir until smooth and glossy.

Finish

  • Spread the warm ganache over the chilled chocolate roll.
  • Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped peanut butter cups on top.

Serve

  • Slice the chocolate roll into rounds and serve to your eager guests.

Notes

Wrap tightly in plastic wrap to store. Keeps fresh for up to 3 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25g
Calories: 350kcal
Course: Dessert, Treat
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chocolate Roll, Dessert Recipe, Easy Dessert, Indulgent Treat, Peanut Butter