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Red Velvet Yule Log

Irresistible Red Velvet Yule Log with Creamy Filling Delight

Delightful Red Velvet Yule Log featuring a fluffy sponge cake and creamy filling, perfect for festive celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 3 medium Eggs provide richness and structure
  • 3 large Egg Yolks add moisture and flavor
  • 0.75 cup Sugar sweetens the sponge
  • 3 cups Type 00 Flour essential for light sponge texture
  • 1 bean Vanilla Bean adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder contributes to classic chocolate flavor
  • as needed Food Coloring use liposoluble liquid or gel for signature hue
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 3 cups Cream Cheese base for creamy filling
  • 0.67 cup Heavy Cream lightens the filling
  • 2 tbsp Wildflower Honey adds natural sweetness
For the Decoration
  • 1 cup Butter cold for frosting
  • 1 tbsp Sambuca optional flavor
  • as needed Raspberries & Star Anise for decoration
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sweetens the frosting

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Sifter
  • 12x16 inch pan
  • Cooling rack
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 374°F (190°C) and line a 12x16 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla bean seeds. Whisk vigorously for about 5 minutes.
  3. Sift in the Type 00 flour and cocoa powder, then gently fold to combine.
  4. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for approximately 20 minutes.
  5. Allow the sponge to cool for about 10 minutes before turning it out onto parchment paper.
  6. In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, wildflower honey, and heavy cream until smooth.
  7. Trim the sponge edges, spread the cream cheese filling, and roll tightly using parchment paper.
  8. Chill the rolled log for at least 2 hours to set the filling.
  9. Beat cold butter with powdered sugar and Sambuca until fluffy, then frost the log.
  10. Decorate with remaining frosting and garnish with raspberries and powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; do not freeze to maintain texture.

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