Yule Log Cake Recipe
Description
The Yule Log Cake is a traditional Christmas treat that comes from the custom of setting a Yule log on fire. This chocolate sponge cake looks like a Christmas log because it is rolled up with a fluffy cream filling and topped with rich chocolate frosting. Great for celebrating the holidays!
Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake
For the Filling
For the Frosting
Instructions
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Prepare the Sponge Cake
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper.
- Whisk egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this into the yolk mixture.
- Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the batter.
- Spread the batter evenly on the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes.
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Roll the Cake
- Once baked, immediately invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
- Gently peel off the parchment paper and roll the cake with the towel. Let it cool completely.
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Prepare the Filling
Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
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Assemble the Cake
Unroll the cooled cake, spread the filling evenly, and re-roll tightly.
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Frost the Cake
- Beat butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla to make the frosting. Spread over the rolled cake.
- Use a fork to create bark-like textures.
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Decorate
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or garnish with holly leaves, meringue mushrooms, or sprinkles.
Yule log, Bûche de Noël, Christmas dessert, holiday cake, chocolate sponge cake