Description
This Buckeye Roll combines a rich chocolate sponge cake with a smooth peanut butter filling, reminiscent of the beloved Buckeye candies. Itโs a perfect dessert for chocolate and peanut butter lovers.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- Cooking spray, for pan
- 3 large eggs
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for dusting
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
For the Filling:
- 2 cups creamy peanut butter
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Line a 15โ x 10โ jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the eggs on high speed until light and foamy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt; beat until fully combined.
- Sift in the baking powder, cocoa powder, and flour; mix until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cake is set and springs back when touched.
- Roll the Cake:
- While the cake is baking, lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it generously with cocoa powder.
- Once the cake is done, run a knife along the edges to loosen it, then carefully invert it onto the prepared towel.
- Peel off the parchment paper.
- Starting from a short end, gently roll the cake up with the towel into a tight spiral.
- Allow it to cool completely, at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, cream cheese, and butter.
- Using a hand mixer, beat until smooth and fluffy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour in the milk and add the salt; beat until the filling is smooth and spreadable.
- Assemble the Roll:
- Once the cake has cooled, carefully unroll it. Itโs okay if it doesnโt lie completely flat.
- Spread the peanut butter filling evenly over the cake, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Gently re-roll the cake without the towel, making sure to keep it tight but without squeezing out the filling.
- Place the rolled cake seam-side down on a serving platter.
- Serve:
- Dust the top with additional cocoa powder if desired.
- Slice and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the cake is completely cool before adding the filling to prevent it from melting.
- Rolling the cake while itโs warm helps prevent cracks.
- For a neater appearance, trim the ends of the roll before serving.