Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log
Indulge in the festive delight of this Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log, a stunning dessert that features rich chocolate sponge cake rolled with a creamy hazelnut filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this visually impressive treat combines the delightful crunch of toasted hazelnuts with silky chocolate ganache, making it a memorable addition to any festive table.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz dark chocolate (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and eggs until smooth. Fold in melted butter until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Roll the cake with parchment paper inside and allow it to cool completely rolled up.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream and dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread whipped cream on top, sprinkle with hazelnuts, then roll it back up without parchment. Frost with ganache.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (105g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Swap hazelnuts for almonds or walnuts if desired. Add espresso to the ganache for an extra flavor boost. For a festive touch, sprinkle edible glitter before serving.