Description
Indulge in the festive delight of a Chocolate Peppermint Yule Log, a showstopper dessert that combines a soft chocolate sponge cake with a creamy peppermint filling and rich chocolate ganache. This enchanting treat is perfect for holiday celebrations, effortlessly transforming any gathering into a joyous occasion. With its stunning appearance and irresistible flavor, this Yule Log will have your guests asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure peppermint extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Decorative sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until fluffy; gradually mix into dry ingredients along with melted butter.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until springy.
- Let the cake cool slightly before rolling it up in parchment paper; cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and peppermint extract until soft peaks form; unroll the cake, spread filling evenly, then re-roll.
- Melt chocolate chips and pour ganache over the rolled cake; let it drip down the sides.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg