Christmas Yule Log Cake Recipe

March 27, 2023 Post a Comment

Chocolate Gingerbread Yule Log Recipe Taste of Home from www.tasteofhome.com

Who doesn’t love a classic Yule log cake during the Christmas holidays? This traditional dessert is one of the most iconic dishes of the season. Delicious and decadent, it’s the perfect way to celebrate with your family and friends. This recipe is sure to be a hit with its rich chocolate flavor and creamy texture.

Ingredients

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/2 cup chopped nuts (Optional)
Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
Filling:
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup of chopped nuts (Optional)
Garnish:
Whipped cream
Candy canes
Chocolate shavings

Instructions

Cake

Preheat oven to 350° F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Add the melted butter, and whisk until combined. Stir in the cocoa powder and chopped nuts (if desired). Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture, stirring until just combined.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Filling

In a medium bowl, beat the cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Stir in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if desired). Spread the filling evenly over the cooled cake.