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Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll You Must Try!

This Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll features a moist chocolate sponge cake wrapped around a creamy peanut butter filling, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 2 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder No direct substitutions suggested.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness for best results.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Use room-temperature eggs for optimal rise.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be swapped for a sugar alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil is an excellent replacement.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla or try almond extract.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use almond or coconut milk for a non-dairy option.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Swap for almond or another nut butter if there are allergies.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Stick to powdered for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream works for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Peanut Butter Cups Feel free to use different candies for variety.
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dairy-free chocolate chips can substitute for a vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Replace with coconut cream for a non-dairy alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Jelly roll pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a jelly roll pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together large eggs and granulated sugar on high speed until thick and pale, about 3-5 minutes. Gently mix in vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula until smooth. Transfer to your prepared jelly roll pan.
  5. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. The cake should spring back when gently touched.
  6. Invert the hot cake onto a clean kitchen towel sprinkled with granulated sugar and roll it up from one short end. Allow it to cool completely.
  7. Beat together creamy peanut butter and powdered sugar. Add heavy cream and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth. Fold in chopped peanut butter cups.
  8. Unroll the cooled cake and spread the peanut butter filling evenly. Re-roll the cake tightly without the towel.
  9. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until just simmering. Pour over semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth to create ganache.
  10. Spread the ganache over the rolled cake and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  11. Slice the roll into portions and serve, optionally garnishing with extra chopped peanut butter cups.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your eggs are at room temperature and avoid overmixing for a light and fluffy cake. Check baking time to prevent dryness.

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