Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of moist chocolate cake and creamy peanut butter filling with this Chocolate Peanut Butter Cake Roulade. A perfect dessert for celebrations or casual gatherings, it’s visually stunning and rich in flavor. Make ahead for stress-free entertaining and enjoy a sweet indulgence that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups milk
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2½ cups heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, followed by vanilla and milk.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until incorporated.
- Bake the Cake: Spread batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix peanut butter and powdered sugar. Whip heavy cream to soft peaks and fold into the peanut butter mixture.
- Assemble the Roulade: Invert the cooled cake onto a towel dusted with cocoa powder, peel off parchment, spread filling evenly, and roll into a log.
- Chill and Serve: Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Roll the cake while slightly warm to prevent cracking.
- Adjust sweetness of the filling by reducing powdered sugar.
- For a decorative touch, dust with cocoa powder or drizzle melted chocolate on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
