Chocolate Decadence Yule Log

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 13
Indulge in a chocolate lover's dream with this Chocolate Decadence Yule Log recipe
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

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

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
614
Sugar
69g
Fat
33g
A Yule Log, also known as Buche de Noel, is a traditional dessert commonly served during the Christmas season in France and other countries. This particular Chocolate Decadence Yule Log recipe puts a modern twist on the classic dessert by adding a rich and creamy filling. The flavors are divine, and the presentation is impressive. The Chocolate Decadence Yule Log is perfect to serve as the centerpiece to any holiday gathering, impressing guests with both its taste and design.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease and flour an 11x15 inch jellyroll pan.
2.Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3.In a large bowl, beat eggs until thick and lemon-colored. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar, beating until mixture falls in ribbons from the beater.
4.Melt the unsweetened chocolate with water and 2 tablespoons liqueur. Cool. Fold chocolate mixture into egg mixture. Fold in flour mixture.
5.Spread batter evenly in pan.
6.Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and baking soda; sprinkle over batter. Bake 12 minutes.
7.Turn out onto a towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Roll cake up in the towel and let cool for about 20 minutes.
8.Melt semisweet chocolate. Combine with cream cheese, 3 cups confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and 1 tablespoon liqueur.
9.Unroll cake and spread with filling. Roll up again without the towel. Cut off ends and dust with additional confectioners' sugar if desired.

PROS

Rich and decadent with a perfect balance of sweetness, this Chocolate Decadence Yule Log is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.
The filling is creamy and delicious, adding another layer of flavor to the dessert.

CONS

This dessert is high in calories, sugar, and fat, making it not suitable for regular consumption.
It may also take some practice to perfect the cake rolling technique for a presentable Yule Log.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert does not offer significant health benefits, dark chocolate (used in the semisweet chocolate) is rich in antioxidants and may improve heart health when consumed in moderation. Additionally, this dessert can provide a mood boost and temporary energy increase due to the high sugar content.

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