How to Make a Delicious Peanut Butter Cup Cake Roll
Are you ready to impress your family and friends with a mouthwatering dessert? Look no further than this Peanut Butter Cup Cake Roll! This cake roll is a delightful combination of soft chocolate cake filled with creamy peanut butter frosting and topped with chocolate ganache. Perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or just a sweet treat to enjoy at home, this cake roll is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 tsp baking powder
– 1/2 tsp baking soda
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 3 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 cup vegetable oil
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup boiling water
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
– 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
– 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 2-3 tbsp milk (as needed for consistency)
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
– 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
Optional Garnish:
– Chopped peanuts
– Chocolate shavings
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Cake
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on high speed for about 5-7 minutes until thick and pale.
4. Add Oil and Vanilla: Gradually add in the vegetable oil and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry mixture to the egg mixture, mixing just until combined. Carefully fold in the boiling water until the batter is smooth.
6. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 2: Roll the Cake
1. Cool the Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert it onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
2. Roll the Cake: Gently peel off the parchment paper. Starting from one end, roll the cake up in the towel, creating a spiral shape. Allow it to cool completely while rolled.
Step 3: Prepare the Peanut Butter Filling
1. Beat the Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, beat together the creamy peanut butter, softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add milk as needed to achieve a spreadable consistency.
Step 4: Assemble the Cake Roll
1. Unroll the Cake: Once the cake has cooled completely, carefully unroll it from the towel.
2. Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the peanut butter filling over the surface of the cake, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Roll It Up Again: Roll the cake back up (without the towel), starting from the short end. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
Step 5: Prepare the Ganache
1. Heat the Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
2. Melt the Chocolate: Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth and glossy.
Step 6: Serve
1. Drizzle Ganache: Remove the cake roll from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Place it on a serving platter and drizzle the chocolate ganache over the top.
2. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with chopped peanuts or chocolate shavings for an extra touch.
3. Slice and Enjoy: Slice into rounds and serve. Enjoy your delicious Peanut Butter Cup Cake Roll!
Useful Tips and Notes
– Make Ahead: You can prepare the cake roll a day in advance. Just keep it wrapped in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
– Variations: Feel free to experiment by adding crushed cookies or candy into the peanut butter filling for added texture.
– Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
