Description
Indulge in the magic of a classic Yule log this holiday season! This enchanting dessert combines rich chocolate flavors with a whimsical presentation, making it the perfect centerpiece for your festive gatherings. With its soft sponge cake rolled around luscious whipped cream and adorned with snowy powdered sugar, every slice is a delightful reminder of cherished holiday traditions. Create lasting memories as you savor each bite of this delicious treat, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs (separated)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually fold in sifted flour and cocoa powder.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until springy to touch. Let cool slightly.
- Turn the cake onto a kitchen towel, peel off parchment, and roll up the cake with the towel inside. Cool completely before unrolling.
- Spread whipped heavy cream over the unrolled cake, re-roll tightly, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg