Heavenly Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls
Indulge in the most heavenly of treats! These Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls are the perfect balance of sweet and minty, and they're sure to make your taste buds dance with joy. With a luscious chocolate topping and a light and fluffy sponge, these mini rolls are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ah, who doesn’t get excited for heavenly treats? Especially when it comes to these Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls. A dreamy combination of chocolate and cooling peppermint topped with melted bittersweet chocolate and a hint of crunchy caster sugar — these mini rolls definitely hold the key to your happiness.
Would you believe me if I said these mini rolls are easy to make? Just some simple ingredients, 15 minutes in the oven and an electric hand whisk. With the right elbow grease, you’ll have a super soft sponge that’ll give the perfect texture to your mini rolls. Add some creamy peppermint buttercream and finish it off with a generous layer of melted dark chocolate — the perfect way to entice the taste buds of everyone in the house.
If you’re the type who’s always looking for new recipes to add to the mix, these mini rolls are definitely a must-try. Or, you could just enjoy one or two rolls all by yourself. What could be better than a heavenly, satisfying treat right at the end of the day? Maybe those mini rolls are exactly what you need — a little something to look forward to while the day comes to a close.
Why You’ll Love This Heavenly Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls Recipe
These are all the reasons I'm loving this Heavenly Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls recipe:
It's decadent and divine: Rich and creamy layers of chocolate and peppermint make these mini rolls a heavenly treat. Perfect for a special occasion, or for an everyday indulgence.
It's easy to make: With just a few simple ingredients and instructions, you can whip up these mini rolls in less than an hour. Plus, it's a fun activity to do with kids!
It's a great crowd-pleaser: Everyone loves chocolate and peppermint, and these mini rolls are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy them as a sweet snack or a dessert.
Heavenly Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls
Indulge in the most heavenly of treats! These Chocolate Peppermint Mini Rolls are the perfect balance of sweet and minty, and they're sure to make your taste buds dance with joy. With a luscious chocolate topping and a light and fluffy sponge, these mini rolls are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- butter for the tin
- 3 eggs
- 100g golden caster sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 80g plain flour
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 300g dark chocolate
For the filling
- 125g butter, softened
- 125g icing sugar
- 1 tsp milk
- few drops peppermint extract
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Grease a 24 x 32cm Swiss roll tin and line it with baking parchment. Using an electric hand whisk, beat the eggs and sugar together for 2-3 minutes until it is pale and thick.
- Step 2: Incorporate the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and vanilla extracts into the egg mixture with a large metal spoon until the mixture is homogeneously blended.
- Step 3: Use a spatula to scoop the mixture into your Swiss roll tin, and then use the back of the spatula to spread it out evenly. Place in the oven for 15 minutes until the sponge is light and bouncy.
- Step 4: Take the sponge out of the oven before it cools for one to two minutes. Use a rolling pin to carefully press down on the sponge, flattening it slightly. While it’s still warm, start at the longest edge and roll it up, keeping the baking parchment attached. Roll it up until you reach the middle, then turn it around and roll away from the other side until the two rolls meet in the middle. Allow the sponge to cool completely before unrolling. Clean the electric beaters.
- Step 5: While the sponge is cooling, prepare the buttercream. Place butter in a bowl with half the icing sugar, milk, and peppermint extract. By hand, mix everything together until completely combined, then fold in the remaining sugar, and switch to an electric mixer and beat until light and airy. Give it a taste and add more peppermint flavoring if desired. Refrigerate until ready to be used.
- Step 6: Cut the cooled sponge in half along the spot where the two rolls come together and unfurl. Generously spread or pipe a layer of buttercream on the top of each of the two length of sponge. Use a pallet knife or the back of a spoon to even it out, and then roll up the sponge as tightly as possible. Cut off the ends, and cut each roll into 6 even parts. Place them on a tray and store them in the refrigerator while you prepare the topping.
- Step 7: Heat the chocolate until it melts, either in a bowl placed over simmering water or in the microwave (checking and stirring every 30 seconds).
- Step 8: Retrieve the mini rolls from the refrigerator and spread over them a layer of melted chocolate. Place them on a piece of parchment paper to harden the chocolate and then enjoy. Store the rolls in an airtight container at a cool temperature for up to 24 hours.
