Description
This Cookie Dough Chocolate Roll Cake is a soft, chocolate sponge cake filled with creamy edible cookie dough and wrapped in a rich chocolate ganache. A show-stopping dessert that’s perfect for special occasions or whenever you crave something indulgent!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chocolate Sponge Cake:
- 3/4 cup (90g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (25g) cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- Powdered sugar (for rolling)
For the Edible Cookie Dough Filling:
- 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour (heat-treated, see notes)
- 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (45g) mini chocolate chips
For the Chocolate Ganache Topping:
- 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter (for shine, optional)
Instructions
1. Make the Chocolate Sponge Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar on high speed for 3-4 minutes, until thick and pale.
- Mix in vanilla, oil, and milk. Gently fold in the dry ingredients until combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when touched.
2. Roll the Cake While Warm
- Lay out a clean kitchen towel and dust with powdered sugar.
- Flip the warm cake onto the towel, then peel off the parchment paper.
- Roll the cake (with the towel) into a tight log and let it cool completely.
3. Make the Cookie Dough Filling
- Heat-treat the flour by baking it at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes or microwaving for 60 seconds, stirring halfway. Let cool.
- In a bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Mix in milk, vanilla, and flour. Stir in mini chocolate chips.
4. Assemble the Roll Cake
- Unroll the cooled cake and spread the cookie dough filling evenly over it.
- Carefully roll the cake back up without the towel.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes to set.
5. Make the Chocolate Ganache
- Heat heavy cream until steaming (not boiling). Pour over chocolate chips.
- Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Mix in butter for extra shine.
6. Coat & Serve
- Pour the ganache over the chilled cake and spread evenly.
- Garnish with extra mini chocolate chips or cookie crumbles.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Make ahead: The cake can be stored in the fridge for 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Want extra texture? Add chopped nuts or cookie crumbles inside the filling.
- No heat-treated flour? Use almond flour instead.