Light Vanilla Yule Log: A Festive Delight

Light Vanilla Yule Log: A Festive Delight

120 mins
medium
8 servings

A delicious and elegant light vanilla yule log, perfect for a special occasion. This recipe is easy to follow and yields a beautiful dessert.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  • 6.00 largeEggs(Room temperature)
  • 100.00 gAll-Purpose Flour(Sifted)
  • 100.00 gGranulated Sugar(Or sweetener of choice)
  • 50.00 mlAlmond Milk(Unsweetened)
  • 1.00 podVanilla Bean(Seeds scraped)
  • 1.00 tspBaking Powder(For leavening)
  • 1.00 tspAlmond Extract(For enhanced flavor)
  • 50.00 gChopped Almonds(For garnish)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Separate egg whites and yolks. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Gradually add flour and baking powder to the yolk mixture, alternating with almond milk. Mix until just combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Gently fold in the beaten egg whites.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Stir in vanilla bean seeds and almond extract.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

8

Let cool completely before frosting and decorating.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

9

Prepare a simple almond frosting (recipe available on request).

Estimated time: 15 minutes

10

Frost the cooled cake and decorate with chopped almonds.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

11

Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Estimated time: 120 minutes