Description
A delightful twist on tradition, this Christmas Yule Log Sheet Cake features a rich chocolate cake with a hint of peppermint, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp peppermint extract
- ½ cup heavy cream for ganache
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 13×18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture, alternating with milk.
- Pour batter into the baking sheet and spread evenly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes.
- Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then roll in a kitchen towel.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and peppermint extract.
- Unroll the cake, spread frosting, and roll back up.
- Warm cream, mix with ganache, and drizzle over the cake.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For dairy-free, substitute coconut oil for butter. Use almond extract for a nutty flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Christmas Yule Log, Holiday Dessert, Chocolate Cake, Festive Cake