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Christmas Yule Log Delight

The Christmas Yule Log, or Buche de Noel, is a festive dessert that resembles a log traditionally burned during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Course cake, Dessert
Cuisine European
Servings 8
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Kitchen towel
  • Serrated knife
  • Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Confectioners' sugar for dusting
  • FOR FILLING:
  • 2 cups whipped cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • FOR CHOCOLATE GANACHE:
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions
 

  • Sponge Cake:
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
  • Sift in flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold until just combined.
  • Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cake springs back when touched.
  • Rolling the Cake:
  • While the cake is still warm, invert it onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar.
  • Roll the cake from the short end along with the towel.
  • Allow it to cool completely.
  • Whipped Cream Filling:
  • Whip the cream until soft peaks form.
  • Fold in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  • Assembly:
  • Carefully unroll the cooled cake.
  • Spread the whipped cream evenly over the cake.
  • Roll the cake back up without the towel.
  • Chocolate Ganache:
  • Heat the heavy cream until just simmering.
  • Pour over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute.
  • Stir in the butter until smooth.
  • Final Touch:
  • Coat the Yule Log with chocolate ganache.
  • Use a fork or spatula to create a bark-like texture.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Be gentle when rolling the cake to avoid cracking.
  • Use a serrated knife to create a more realistic log texture.
  • Customize with festive decorations like powdered sugar snow or fondant mushrooms.
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