Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake Recipe – Indulge in Delight!
Indulge in the festive spirit with our Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake Recipe! This elegant dessert combines the rich flavors of classic tiramisu with the whimsical shape of a yule log, making it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. With layers of coffee-soaked sponge cake and creamy mascarpone filling, this show-stopping treat is sure to impress family and friends alike. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also easy to prepare, allowing you to make it ahead of time for those busy holiday weeks. Delight in every bite as you celebrate the season with this delightful dessert!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup espresso
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for coffee dip)
- Cocoa powder (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Fold in flour and salt gently until combined.
- Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes. Check with a toothpick for doneness.
- Cool briefly, then invert onto a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel.
- Whip mascarpone, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Brew espresso; mix with sugar in a shallow dish.
- Trim edges of cooled cake; roll it up using the towel, then unroll gently.
- Brush inside with coffee dip; spread mascarpone filling evenly.
- Roll back up without the towel; place seam-side down on a platter.
- Frost with remaining mascarpone filling; create bark patterns if desired.
- Chill for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Dust with cocoa powder and garnish with shavings or berries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg