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Recipe of Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)

Recipe of Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)
Dive into the festive spirit with this classic French Yule Log Cake, also known as Bûche de Noël. The light and airy chocolate sponge cake, filled with vanilla-infused whipped cream, is rolled into a log shape and covered in a decadent chocolate frosting. The finishing touch of a bark-like texture and festive decorations make it a stunning centerpiece for your holiday celebrations.
60 min Preparation
Intermediate
Desserts

Ingredients

  • For the Cake:
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • For the Filling:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Join me and let's see how to make Yule Log Cake (Bûche de Noël)

Instructions:

    Step 1
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a jelly roll pan.
  • Step 2
  • In a bowl, beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until fluffy.
  • Step 3
  • In a separate bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  • Step 4
  • Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
  • Step 5
  • Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes.
  • Step 6
  • Invert the cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  • Step 7
  • Roll the cake with the towel and let it cool.
  • Step 8
  • Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract for the filling.
  • Step 9
  • Unroll the cooled cake, spread the whipped cream filling, and roll it back up.
  • Step 10
  • For the frosting, beat together butter, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, heavy cream, and vanilla extract. Frost the Yule Log.
  • Step 11
  • Use a fork to create a bark-like texture on the frosting.
  • Step 12
  • Decorate with powdered sugar, holly leaves, or meringue mushrooms. Enjoy this festive treat!

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