Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this Classic Yule Log recipe, a show-stopping dessert that combines rich chocolate sponge cake with a luscious whipped cream filling and decadent dark chocolate ganache. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this dessert not only delights the taste buds but also serves as a stunning centerpiece on your table. Easy to make yet impressive, it’s sure to bring warmth and joy to your celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 oz dark chocolate
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and sugar until combined.
- Beat eggs in another bowl until thick and pale. Gradually fold in the dry mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Flip the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel, peel off parchment, and roll up while still warm. Let cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Unroll cooled cake, spread whipped cream evenly, then roll it back up and place on a platter.
- Melt dark chocolate with butter over low heat; pour over the rolled cake to frost.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For variations, consider adding flavored fillings like raspberry or hazelnut cream. Dust your Yule Log with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel for added flair. To achieve a lighter cake, whip egg whites separately before folding them into the batter.