Description
This Chocolate Peppermint Bark Roll Cake is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and refreshing peppermint, creating a sensory experience that is both indulgent and festive. The velvety texture of the cake melts in your mouth, while the crunchy peppermint bark adds a satisfying contrast, making each bite a celebration of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- Filling:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
- Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 15×10 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in vanilla extract and milk, then gradually add the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before rolling it up in the parchment paper. Allow it to cool completely.
- For the filling, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and peppermint extract until stiff peaks form. Fold in crushed peppermint candies.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread the filling evenly, and roll it back up tightly. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- For the ganache, heat the heavy cream until just boiling, then pour over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Remove the cake from the fridge, drizzle the ganache over the top, and sprinkle with additional crushed peppermint candies before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This cake can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cake)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
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