Classic Yule Log Recipe: An Indulgent Holiday Treat for All
A classic Yule log, or Bûche De Noël, is a traditional holiday dessert that looks festive and is indulgently delicious.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Carefully fold in the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Pour the batter onto a prepared baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the cooled cake and roll it into a log shape.
- Transfer to a serving plate, dust with cocoa powder, and chill before serving.
Notes
- For a chocolate ganache topping, melt chocolate and mix with heavy cream.
- Decorate with seasonal berries for added color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Classic Yule Log Recipe, Bûche De Noël, Holiday Treat, Chocolate Cake