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Chocolate Yule Log

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The Chocolate Yule Log, or Bûche de Noël, is a festive rolled chocolate sponge cake filled with whipped cream and covered in rich chocolate ganache. A beautiful and indulgent holiday dessert perfect for Christmas celebrations.

Ingredients

  • For the sponge cake:
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the filling:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons mascarpone or cream cheese (optional, for stability)
  • For the ganache:
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for shine)
  • Optional decorations: powdered sugar, sugared berries, rosemary sprigs, chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and thick (about 5 minutes).
  3. Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold into egg mixture with vanilla.
  4. Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, until it springs back when touched.
  5. While hot, invert cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel, peel off parchment, and roll up from the short side. Let cool completely.
  6. For the filling, whip cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Mix in mascarpone if using.
  7. Unroll cooled cake, spread filling evenly, and gently roll it back up without the towel.
  8. For the ganache, heat cream until steaming and pour over chopped chocolate. Let sit 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Add butter if desired.
  9. Spread ganache over the rolled cake. Use a fork to create bark-like texture.
  10. Decorate with powdered sugar, berries, or chocolate curls. Chill until set.

Notes

  • Roll the cake while warm to prevent cracking.
  • Decorate simply or elaborately depending on the occasion.
  • Can be made a day in advance for best flavor and texture.
  • Store covered in the fridge and serve slightly softened at room temperature.

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