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Yule Log Cake Incredible: 8 Steps to Holiday Bliss

Yule Log Cake Incredible
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Yule Log Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for the Holidays

Ingredients

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  • For the Cake:
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • For the Filling:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Ganache:
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • For Decoration (Optional):
  • Marzipan mushrooms
  • Fresh berries
  • Shredded coconut (to mimic snow)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Cake Batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, taking care not to deflate the batter.
  4. Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly pressed.
  6. Cool the Cake: Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Then, turn it out onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  7. Roll the Cake: While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up in the towel, starting from one short side. Allow it to cool completely in this rolled shape.
  8. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  9. Unroll the Cake: Once the cake is cool, gently unroll it. Spread the whipped cream filling evenly over the surface, leaving a small border.
  10. Re-roll the Cake: Roll the cake back up carefully, without the towel this time. Place it seam-side down on a serving platter.
  11. Make the Ganache: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer. Pour it over the chocolate chips in a bowl. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth. Add the butter and mix until fully melted and glossy.
  12. Frost the Cake: Pour the ganache over the rolled cake, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
  13. Create the Bark Effect: Use a fork to create lines and texture on the ganache, mimicking the look of tree bark.
  14. Decorate: If desired, decorate with marzipan mushrooms, fresh berries, or shredded coconut to add a festive touch.
  15. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the Yule Log for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

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