Description
A decadent chocolate sponge cake rolled with creamy peanut butter filling and crunchy chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups, creating an indulgent and crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
1 box chocolate cake mix
Ingredients listed on the box (usually eggs, water, and oil)
1 cup creamy peanut butter
2 cups whipped topping (such as whipped cream or whipped non-dairy topping)
1 cup chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups
Extra whipped topping (for garnish)
Extra chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to the temperature directed on the cake mix box (typically 350°F/175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Prepare the chocolate cake mix according to package instructions. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until cake is set but still soft. Avoid overbaking to prevent cracking during rolling.
- While still warm, use parchment paper to gently roll the cake from the short end into a log. Let cool completely while rolled to help it keep its shape.
- In a bowl, mix creamy peanut butter and whipped topping until smooth and fluffy.
- Carefully unroll the cooled cake. Spread peanut butter filling evenly over the surface and sprinkle with chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups.
- Gently re-roll the cake (without parchment paper), keeping it tight but careful not to crack. Place seam-side down on a serving plate.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set. Before serving, top with extra whipped topping and sprinkle with more chopped Reese’s cups if desired.
Notes
Drizzle melted chocolate over the top before chilling for extra chocolate flavor.
Substitute Reese’s cups with other candies like M&M’s or chopped nuts.
Use flavored whipped topping (chocolate or vanilla) for variation.
Add a pinch of sea salt on top to balance sweetness.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze the roll (without garnish) for up to 1 month; thaw overnight in fridge before serving.
Roll the cake while warm to prevent cracking; patch cracks with filling if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking, Rolling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: Approx. 350-400 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 30-35g
- Sodium: Approx. 200-250mg
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 6-8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 35-40g
- Fiber: Approx. 2-3g
- Protein: Approx. 5-7g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 40-50mg
