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Sweet Peanut Butter Dessert Roll Recipe

This decadent peanut butter cake roll is a delightful chocolate dessert filled with creamy peanut butter frosting and topped with chocolate ganache and chopped peanut butter cups. Perfect for holidays and special occasions.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs eggs
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons brewed coffee or water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • to taste powdered sugar to aid in rolling
  • 2 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 0.33 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.67 cup heavy whipping cream divided (4 tablespoons + 2/3 cup)
  • 7 pieces Reese’s peanut butter cups chopped (about 1 cup chopped)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with foil and spray with cooking spray with flour.
  • Beat eggs at high speed for 3 minutes until frothy and dark yellow. Add sugar, brewed coffee or water, and vanilla. Mix in cocoa powder, salt, baking powder, and flour until just blended.
  • Spread batter in the prepared pan in a very thin layer, using a spatula to cover all corners. Bake 10 to 15 minutes until it springs back when lightly touched.
  • Immediately after baking, invert cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel. Carefully peel off foil.
  • Fold the towel short edge over the cake and roll tightly with the towel. Let cool completely while rolled, at least 1 hour or overnight refrigerated.
  • Beat cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and beat until crumbly. Add vanilla and 2 tablespoons heavy cream, blending to a smooth, spreadable consistency. Stir in half of the chopped peanut butter cups.
  • Unroll the cooled cake and spread filling evenly, leaving 1 inch clear on ends. Reroll cake carefully and chill wrapped in plastic for at least 1 hour.
  • For the topping, microwave chocolate chips and remaining 2/3 cup heavy cream until warm, about 30-60 seconds, then whisk until smooth. Chill until thickened but pourable.
  • Place cake roll on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Pour ganache evenly over the cake and sprinkle with remaining chopped peanut butter cups. Chill until set. Slice and serve.
  • Cake may be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before serving for best flavor and texture.

Notes

This rich and creamy peanut butter dessert roll is best enjoyed chilled. For an extra special touch, garnish with additional chopped peanut butter cups or a drizzle of melted chocolate.