Festive Yule Log Cake (Print)
Craft a festive Yule Log Cake with chocolate sponge, creamy filling, and luscious frosting.
# Ingredients:
→ For the Cake
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4 large eggs
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½ cup granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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¼ cup cocoa powder
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ For the Filling
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ cup melted chocolate (optional)
→ For the Frosting
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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2 cups powdered sugar
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½ cup cocoa powder
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2 tablespoons heavy cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# Directions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper. Whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla. Sift in flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold until combined. Spread the batter evenly in the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately roll the warm cake with a kitchen towel. Let cool.
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Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in melted chocolate if using. Unroll the cake, spread filling evenly, and roll it back tightly.
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Beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and heavy cream. Beat until smooth.
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Frost the rolled cake creating a bark-like texture with a spatula.