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Close-up of dark moist chocolate sponge cake ready to be rolled with creamy peanut butter filling.

Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll Recipe

This decadent Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll features a moist dark chocolate sponge cake wrapped around a thick, creamy peanut butter vanilla filling, topped with dark chocolate ganache and crushed peanuts.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup cake flour (60g) sifted
  • 1/3 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder (40g)
  • 4 large eggs (200g) separated into yolks and whites
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g) divided
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (30ml)
  • 2 tbsp buttermilk (30ml)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (5g)
  • 1/4 tsp salt (1g)
  • 8 oz cream cheese (225g) softened
  • 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter (190g)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream (240ml) cold
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120g) sifted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (85g)
  • 1/3 cup heavy cream (80ml)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter cups (75g) chopped
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (35g) crushed
  • 1 tbsp powdered sugar (8g)

Equipment

  • 1 10x15-inch Jelly Roll Pan Essential for the correct cake thickness.
  • 1 Electric Stand Mixer Needed for whipping egg whites and filling.

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan, line it with parchment paper, and lightly grease the parchment. Dust a clean, lint-free kitchen towel generously with cocoa powder.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the 4 egg yolks, 1/4 cup (50g) of the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla until pale and frothy. Sift the cake flour, Dutch-processed cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt directly into the yolk mixture. Fold gently until just combined.
  3. In a separate clean bowl, whip the 4 egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually pour in the remaining 1/4 cup (50g) of granulated sugar while mixing on high speed. Whip until stiff, glossy peaks form. Gently fold the meringue into the chocolate batter in three batches.
  4. Spread the batter evenly into your prepared jelly roll pan. Use an offset spatula to smooth the surface. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the top springs back slightly when pressed.
  5. Immediately turn the hot cake out onto your cocoa-dusted kitchen towel. Peel off the parchment paper. While still steaming hot, roll the cake up tightly from the short end, with the towel inside. Cool completely on a wire rack for 1 hour.
  6. Beat the softened cream cheese and creamy peanut butter until smooth. Add the sifted powdered sugar and vanilla extract. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the peanut butter mixture.
  7. Unroll the cooled sponge. Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the surface, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Gently re-roll the cake without the towel. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  8. Microwave 1/3 cup of heavy cream until simmering, pour over the dark chocolate chips, let sit for 2 minutes, then whisk until smooth. Drizzle over the chilled cake roll. Sprinkle immediately with powdered sugar, chopped peanut butter cups, and crushed peanuts.

Notes

Ensure your egg white bowl is completely grease-free.
Always roll the sponge cake while it is still hot to prevent cracking.
Use a hot, wet knife wiped clean between slices for the perfect presentation.