This indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Roll is a rich, fudgy dessert filled with a creamy, smooth peanut butter filling and topped with a luscious chocolate ganache. It’s perfect for any chocolate and peanut butter lover, offering a beautiful swirl of flavors and textures that’s as visually impressive as it is delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Rich and Decadent: This cake roll combines deep chocolate flavors with a creamy, nutty peanut butter filling.
- Perfect Balance: The sweetness of the chocolate pairs perfectly with the slight saltiness of the peanut butter.
- Elegant Presentation: A cake roll always makes a striking presentation with its perfect spiral layers.
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream (more if needed for spreading consistency)
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped peanuts
- Chocolate shavings
- Drizzle of melted peanut butter