Chocolate Yule Log
A delightful dessert that resembles a tree log, filled with rich chocolate and sweet cream, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Cake Base
- 4 large large eggs Room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Can substitute with Dutch-processed cocoa for a milder flavor
- 1/4 tsp salt
Whipped Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with mascarpone cheese mixed with milk
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Ganache
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate Use dark chocolate for more intensity, milk chocolate for sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until thick and pale.
- Gently fold in the cocoa powder and salt until combined.
- Spread the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 12-15 minutes.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the filling by whipping the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Place a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it with powdered sugar. Invert the cake onto the towel and carefully peel off the parchment paper.
- Spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the cake, then roll it up tightly using the towel.
- Refrigerate the rolled cake for at least 1 hour.
- For the ganache, melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler and let it cool slightly.
- Once the cake is chilled, unwrap it and place it seam side down on a platter. Pour the ganache over the log, letting it drip down the sides.
- Decorate as desired and serve.
Notes
Best served chilled, and can be decorated with fresh berries, powdered sugar, or chocolate shavings. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18g
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