Description
The Chocolate Hazelnut Yule Log is a festive dessert that combines rich chocolate and nutty hazelnut flavors into a stunning rolled cake. This light sponge cake, enveloped in creamy chocolate ganache and garnished with crunchy hazelnuts, is perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy gatherings. Easy to make and visually impressive, it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends, leaving everyone wondering about your baking prowess!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted hazelnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt; gently fold into the egg mixture.
- Pour batter onto the prepared sheet, spreading evenly. Bake for 12–15 minutes until it springs back when touched.
- After baking, flip the cake onto powdered sugar-dusted parchment and roll tightly while warm.
- Prepare ganache by heating heavy cream in the microwave; stir in chopped chocolate until smooth.
- Unroll the cooled cake, spread chocolate hazelnut spread inside, roll back up, then coat with ganache.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute walnuts or pecans for hazelnuts if desired. Decorate with sprinkles or edible glitter for added flair. Store wrapped tightly in plastic wrap in the fridge for up to one week.