Decadent Light Chocolate Yule Log

Decadent Light Chocolate Yule Log

120 mins
medium
8 servings

A festive and elegant light chocolate yule log, perfect for Christmas. This recipe uses simple ingredients and techniques to create a beautiful and delicious dessert.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking sheet
  • Double boiler
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Yule log pan

Ingredients

  • 200.00 gDark Chocolate(High-quality dark chocolate for intense flavor)
  • 250.00 mlHeavy Cream(Full-fat for best whipping)
  • 4.00 Eggs(Large eggs)
  • 50.00 gAll-Purpose Flour(Ensure gluten-free if needed)
  • 1.00 tspBaking Powder(For a light texture)
  • 1.00 tspVanilla Extract(Pure vanilla extract for best flavor)
  • 20.00 gCocoa Powder(Unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting)

Instructions

1

Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Separate egg yolks from egg whites.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 7 minutes

4

In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks, flour, baking powder, and vanilla extract.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Gradually add the melted chocolate to the yolk mixture, whisking until combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Pour batter into a prepared yule log pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

9

Let the log cool completely before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

10

Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add a touch of vanilla extract.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

11

Unmold the yule log and frost with the whipped cream.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

12

Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with fresh berries or chocolate shavings.

Estimated time: 5 minutes