CHOCOLATE CHERRY LINCOLN LOG

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The first time I made this festive cake roll was for Lincoln's birthday...but it's a great dessert for any holiday or special meal. Feel free to change the ice cream flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 eggs
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar
1 quart cherry ice cream, softened
FROSTING:
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
1 tablespoon butter
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside. In a large bowl, beat eggs 3 minutes. Gradually add sugar; beat 2 minutes or until mixture becomes thick and lemon-colored. Stir in water and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; fold into egg mixture (batter will be thin). , Spread evenly into prepared pan. Bake 10-13 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool 5 minutes. Invert onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off waxed paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar and enough milk to achieve desired consistency. , Unroll cake; spread ice cream evenly over cake to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again. Place seam side down on a serving platter. Spread with frosting. Cover and freeze overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

John Yarborough
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Icey World
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These Lincoln logs are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.


Vida Dzakpasu
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I love that these Lincoln logs are made with fresh cherries. It really makes a difference in the flavor.


Shankar Yadav
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These Lincoln logs are a great way to use up leftover pie dough. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Dale Powell
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These Lincoln logs are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Toprak Onuc
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I love the combination of chocolate and cherries in these Lincoln logs. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Wifekali Lama
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These Lincoln logs are a great way to satisfy my chocolate craving.


samee Sameen
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I've never made Lincoln logs before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. They turned out perfect!


Shila
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These Lincoln logs are so delicious! I can't wait to make them again.


Karla Peregrina
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I made these Lincoln logs with my kids and they had a blast! It's a great way to get them involved in the kitchen.


Nicole Alvallar
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These Lincoln logs are perfect for a party or potluck.


Frp By
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I love that these Lincoln logs can be made ahead of time and frozen. It's so convenient to have them on hand for a quick snack or dessert.


kendatamer saidmohamed
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These Lincoln logs are a great way to use up leftover cherries.


Dipok Bristi
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I've made these Lincoln logs several times now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and everyone loves them.


Joel Rich
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These Lincoln logs are so cute and festive! I love the addition of the cherries.


Megersa Alene
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These are the best chocolate cherry Lincoln logs I've ever had! The dough is so soft and flaky, and the filling is rich and decadent.


Hammad Zargar
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I made these Lincoln logs for a party and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Nacir Senior
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These chocolate cherry Lincoln logs were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and taste delicious. I love that I can use fresh or frozen cherries, depending on what I have on hand.