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Chocolate Yule Log with Espresso Cream

Decadent Chocolate Yule Log with Espresso Cream Delight

This Chocolate Yule Log with Espresso Cream is a visually stunning and delicious holiday dessert, perfect for impressing guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge
  • 4 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed recommended
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Espresso Cream Filling
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream at least 36% fat content
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder optional for non-coffee version
For the Ganache
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate (60% cocoa) or semi-sweet
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter optional for dairy-free
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for garnish
  • optional garnishes chocolate curls, sugared cranberries, rosemary sprigs

Equipment

  • jelly roll pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper, lightly greased.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt until just combined, then pour into the prepared pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  4. Transfer the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and roll tightly while still warm, then cool completely.
  5. Whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, espresso powder, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Unroll the cooled sponge and spread the espresso cream evenly, then re-roll seam-side down.
  7. Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chopped dark chocolate, stir in butter until smooth for ganache.
  8. Spread the ganache over the rolled cake, dust with powdered sugar, and chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize espresso amount in the cream to suit your taste, ensuring perfect balance in the dessert.

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