Description
A delightful twist on the classic Yule log, this Christmas Yule Log Sheet Cake combines rich chocolate flavors and a creamy filling, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a half-sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until pale, then mix in buttermilk and vanilla.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Spread whipped cream over the cooled cake and roll it up into a log shape.
- Transfer to a serving platter, dust with powdered sugar, and decorate as desired.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
Ensure the cake is still warm when rolling to help maintain its shape. Be gentle when folding in dry ingredients to avoid a dense texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Yule log, Christmas dessert, holiday cake, chocolate cake, festive recipes