Christmas Yule Log Cake Recipe: A Festive Holiday Delight

Nov 11, 2024

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Updated: Nov 14, 2024

Indulge in the magic of the season with this classic Christmas Yule Log Cake recipe.

By HomeFindss Kitchen

A holiday favourite, the Yule Log (or Bûche de Noël) is a light chocolate sponge cake rolled with a creamy filling and decorated to look like a real log, making it the perfect festive dessert.

Christmas Yule Log Cake Recipe

Ingredients

Chocolate Sponge Cake

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cream Filling

1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Ganache Frosting

1 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

Prepare the Sponge Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15x10-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla.
In a third bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, then gently fold them into the yolk mixture.
Gently fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture until smooth. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.

Roll the Cake

Lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and sprinkle with powdered sugar.
Once the cake is done, immediately invert it onto the towel. Carefully remove the parchment and roll the cake in the towel to form a log shape. Allow it to cool.

Make the Cream Filling

In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.

Assemble the Yule Log Cake

Unroll the cooled cake, spread the cream filling evenly, and re-roll it without the towel.

Prepare the Ganache Frosting

Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth.

Decorate the Cake

Spread ganache over the log and use a fork to create a “bark” texture. Decorate with powdered sugar “snow,” holly berries, or mini meringue mushrooms for a festive touch!

Serving Suggestions

Pecan pie is delicious on its own, but it’s even better with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Serve it warm for a cozy treat or at room temperature for a classic dessert.

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