Peanut Butter Cup Roll Cake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cake Batter

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
04 - 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
05 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - Cooking spray for parchment paper

→ Filling

08 - 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter (e.g., Jif or Skippy)
09 - 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
10 - 1/4 cup powdered sugar
11 - 1/2 cup mini peanut butter cups, chopped

→ Assembly and Decoration

12 - Powdered sugar for dusting

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring it covers the sides. Spray lightly with cooking spray to keep parchment in place.
02 - In a bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar for 5 minutes until tripled in volume and pale yellow. This creates the air bubbles needed for a light rollable cake.
03 - Sift cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt together. Gently fold into the egg mixture using a rubber spatula, maintaining aeration.
04 - Spread batter evenly onto prepared pan using an offset spatula. Tap gently to remove large bubbles. Bake for 10 minutes or until the center springs back when touched.
05 - Lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust generously with powdered sugar. Invert the hot cake onto the towel immediately after baking to prevent cracking.
06 - Whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Fold in powdered sugar and peanut butter until combined. Adjust thickness by adding a tablespoon of cream if too stiff or refrigerating briefly if too loose.
07 - Unroll the cooled cake carefully. Spread filling evenly, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Sprinkle chopped mini peanut butter cups over the filling. Gently roll the cake back up, creating a tight spiral without overpressure.
08 - Dust the top with powdered sugar. Slice and serve immediately, or refrigerate until needed.

# Notes:

01 - Cake can be refrigerated one day ahead or frozen for up to two months when tightly wrapped.
02 - Rolling the cake while warm prevents cracks, while letting it fully cool before filling ensures a clean assembly.

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