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Christmas Yule Log Sheet Cake

Decadent Christmas Yule Log Sheet Cake for Joyful Celebrations

This Christmas Yule Log Sheet Cake combines rich chocolate layers with whipped cream frosting for a festive dessert that's easy to make and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Opt for brown sugar for deeper flavor
  • ½ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa can enhance taste
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder Can use baking soda instead but adjust the quantity
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Use baking powder if needed
  • ½ teaspoon Salt No substitutions necessary
  • 4 large Eggs Aquafaba can substitute for a vegan option
  • ½ cup Vegetable oil Melted butter or coconut oil works as alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Feel free to swap for almond extract
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with regular milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice
For the Frosting
  • 2 cups Heavy whipping cream Coconut cream can be a non-dairy substitute
  • ½ cup Powdered sugar Consider a sugar alternative if desired
  • ¼ cup Cocoa powder Adjust based on taste preference
For Decoration
  • ½ cup Chocolate shavings or sprinkles Shredded coconut can add a snowy touch

Equipment

  • Jelly roll pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • offset spatula
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another mixing bowl, beat together the large eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture using a spatula, mixing just until combined.
  5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared jelly roll pan and spread to the edges.
  6. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Prepare a clean kitchen towel and sprinkle it generously with powdered sugar.
  8. Once baked, carefully invert the warm cake onto the prepared towel and roll the cake up with the towel inside.
  9. In a clean mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, then gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  10. Once the cake is fully cooled, unroll it gently and spread a layer of the whipped cream frosting evenly across the surface.
  11. Dust the rolled cake with a mix of cocoa and powdered sugar and add chocolate shavings or sprinkles.
  12. Chill the decorated Yule Log in the refrigerator for at least one hour before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Yule Log can be prepared in advance for convenience during the busy holiday season.

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