Yule Log Cake
Indulge in the holiday spirit with this delightful yule log cake, featuring a rich chocolate sponge and creamy filling, perfect for festive celebrations.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320kcal
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate ganache for decoration
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 15x10-inch jelly roll pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale.
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gently fold into the egg mixture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
- While baking, prepare a clean kitchen towel and dust with powdered sugar.
- Once baked, immediately invert the cake onto the towel, removing the pan.
- Carefully roll the cake with the towel and let it cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread with whipped cream, and reroll. Chill for 30 minutes before decorating.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g