The Yule Log, or Bûche de Noël, is a stunning rolled sponge cake filled with rich buttercream and covered in chocolate ganache, designed to resemble a log. It’s not only delicious but also a visual centerpiece at holiday gatherings.
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Classic Chocolate Yule Log Recipe
Description
The chocolate Yule log, or "bûche de Noël," is a festive dessert featuring a light chocolate sponge cake rolled with a creamy filling and coated in rich chocolate ganache. This traditional holiday treat is as delightful to eat as it is to present!
Ingredients
Filling:
Ganache:
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Sponge Cake
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it
- Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, and salt
- Egg Mixture: In a separate large bowl, beat egg yolks and 1/2 cup (100g) of sugar until pale and thick. Add vanilla extract and mix well
- Egg Whites: In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/4 cup (50g) of sugar and beat until stiff peaks form
- Combine: Fold the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture. Then gently fold in the egg whites until no streaks remain
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
Step 2: Roll the Cake
Cool and Roll: Immediately after baking, invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper and roll the cake (with the towel) from the short end. Let it cool completely.
Step 3: Prepare the Filling
Whip Cream: In a bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Step 4: Assemble the Yule Log
Unroll: Gently unroll the cooled cake and spread the whipped cream evenly over the surface. Roll the cake back up without the towel. Place seam-side down on a serving platter.
Step 5: Make the Ganache
- Heat Cream: Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then pour it over the chocolate chips. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Coat Cake: Spread the ganache evenly over the cake roll. Use a fork to create a bark-like texture if desired.
Step 6: Decorate
Garnish: Dust with powdered sugar, and decorate with holly, berries, or chocolate shavings
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 350kcal
