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Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël) – Festive Chocolate Sponge Roll with Creamy Frosting

Indulgent Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël) with Creamy Frosting

Delight in this festive Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël), a light chocolate sponge roll filled with creamy frosting, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine French
Servings 10 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Jelly roll pan
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • medium bowl
  • clean kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

For the Cake

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour provides the structure you need for a light sponge
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder adds rich chocolate flavor
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar sweetens the cake
  • 3 large eggs offer moisture and aid in leavening
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder gives the cake a lift
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness

For the Filling and Coating

  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
  • 1 cup whipped cream or buttercream provides creamy filling
  • 1 cup chocolate frosting coats the cake

Instructions
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  • In a larger bowl, beat eggs and vanilla extract until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread it evenly.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until the sponge springs back to touch.
  • Remove the cake and flip it onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel.
  • Carefully roll the warm sponge cake in the towel and let it cool completely.
  • Once cooled, unroll the cake and spread an even layer of whipped cream or buttercream.
  • Re-roll the cake from the short end and place seam side down on a platter.
  • Cover the cake with chocolate frosting and create bark-like textures if desired.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and add optional garnishes like holly leaves.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Be careful when folding to maintain airy texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Bûche de Noël, Chocolate Dessert, festive dessert, holiday cake, Indulgent Treat, Yule Log Cake
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