CHOCOLATE DECADENCE YULE LOG

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A classic holiday cake that is so rich, it makes you feel absolutely decadent! You roll it up jelly roll style, and then decorate it to look like a log.

Provided by BOOK_WORM

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     French

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

⅔ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
5 eggs
¾ cup white sugar
2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ teaspoon baking soda
confectioners' sugar for dusting
4 (1 ounce) squares semisweet baking chocolate
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon coffee flavored liqueur

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly spray a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan and line with parchment paper. Sift flour with baking powder and salt and set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs on high for several minutes until they are very pale and fluffy. Gradually add in the sugar, beating 1 to 2 minutes more or until very thick. Gently, but thoroughly, fold in the flour mixture.
  • Melt the chocolate in a small saucepan over low heat. In a small bowl, combine the 2 tablespoons of water with the 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur and the remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and the baking soda, then gradually stir into the melted chocolate until smooth. Quickly, but thoroughly, fold chocolate mixture into batter.
  • Pour batter into prepared 10x15 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Lightly sift an even layer of confectioners sugar over a cloth napkin or tea towel (do not use Terry-cloth). Flip the cake out of its pan onto the prepared cloth as soon as it comes from the oven. Carefully peel away parchment paper. Lightly dust top of cake with confectioners sugar, then trim away crisp edges. Starting with one of the short sides of the cake, immediately roll the cake up in the cloth, jellyroll style, and cool thoroughly on a rack.
  • For the Filling and Frosting: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate. Remove from heat and let cool to lukewarm. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese with the confectioners sugar until smooth, then blend in the vanilla extract and coffee liqueur. Blend in the melted chocolate. Unroll the cake and spread about 1/3 of the filling evenly over the surface. Roll the cake back up.
  • Arrange cake roll on serving tray, then frost generously, swiping with an icing spatula to form the long 'bark line' design. Swipe ends of cake in a circular motion to simulate the tree-rings of a cut log. Decorate log as desired with holly leaves and berries, mushrooms and snow.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.3 calories, Carbohydrate 58.8 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 229.8 mg, Sugar 50.4 g

Jhari Roberts
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I would give this recipe 5 stars, but it's a bit too time-consuming for me. I'll probably only make it for special occasions.


Cody Tyer
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I followed the recipe exactly and my yule log turned out perfect. It was a big hit at my party.


faisal commando
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This yule log is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still very good.


Shaho Putr
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I'm not usually a fan of yule logs, but this one is incredible. The chocolate sponge cake is so moist and the chocolate ganache is to die for.


Md Shawon Islam
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This chocolate decadence yule log is the most delicious dessert I've ever had.


rasul minihaj
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I'm allergic to chocolate, but this yule log still looks amazing. I wish I could try it.


Rashon Clark
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This recipe is a bit too complicated for me, but it looks delicious.


Sileshi
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I'm not a fan of chocolate, but this yule log looks so good I might have to give it a try.


Leslie Davenport
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This chocolate decadence yule log is a work of art! I'm so impressed.


Anna Teahyung
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I made this yule log for my family and they raved about it. It was the perfect ending to our holiday meal.


Abhishek Rauniyar
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I'm bookmarking this recipe for my next holiday party. It looks amazing!


Sardar Ishtaq
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This recipe looks delicious! I love chocolate desserts.


nwajiri junior
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Wow! This yule log is stunning! I can't wait to try it.


Lovely Miley
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This chocolate decadence yule log is the perfect dessert for any special occasion. It's rich, decadent, and looks impressive. My family loved it!


Md Aktaruzzaman
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I'm not a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The yule log turned out beautiful and tasted even better.


Michael King
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This bûche de Noël was a hit at my holiday party! The chocolate sponge cake was moist and fluffy, and the chocolate ganache was rich and decadent. I decorated it with fresh berries and mint leaves, which added a festive touch.