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Delicious decadent peanut butter cup chocolate roll dessert on a plate

Decadent Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Roll

This scrumptious dessert combines rich chocolate cake with creamy peanut butter filling and delightful chocolate ganache, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Roll
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 4 large eggs at 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 at room temperature
  • 1½ cups powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp heavy cream adjust for desired consistency
For the Ganache
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream for ganache
For Garnish
  • 6–8 peanut butter cups, chopped for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  3. Fold in flour, cocoa powder, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and salt.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  5. While warm, invert the sponge onto a towel dusted with cocoa powder and roll it up. Let it cool in that shape.
Filling Preparation
  1. Beat together peanut butter and softened butter in a bowl.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and enough heavy cream for a fluffy consistency.
Assembly
  1. Unroll the cooled sponge, spread the peanut butter filling, re-roll it, and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat ½ cup heavy cream to steam, pour it over chocolate chips, and stir until glossy to create the ganache.
  3. Spread the ganache over the roll and sprinkle with chopped peanut butter cups before serving.

Notes

To store the roll, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze the roll wrapped well to avoid freezer burn.