Yule Logs-Christmas, Classroom Treats

Yule logs, also known as Buche de Noel, are a traditional Christmas dessert in many European countries. The log-shaped cake represents the Yule log traditionally burned on Christmas Eve.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 102 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Yule Logs-Christmas, Classroom Treats

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 42 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Cake Flour
• 0.5 cup Cocoa Powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsalted Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar
• 1 cup Chocolate Ganache
• 0.5 cup Mini Marshmallows
• 0.25 crushed Candy Canes

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cake flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
6. Spread the batter evenly into a greased and lined baking sheet.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
9. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
10. Carefully transfer the cake onto a clean surface and spread the whipped cream evenly over the top.
11. Roll the cake tightly from one end to the other, creating a log shape.
12. Place the log-shaped cake on a serving platter and cover with chocolate ganache.
13. Sprinkle mini marshmallows and crushed candy canes on top.
14. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
15. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 35g12%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.