Description
Experience the magic of the holiday season with this delightful Ginger Bread Yule Log Cake. This festive dessert features a spiced gingerbread cake rolled with a creamy mascarpone filling, all dusted in powdered sugar, reminiscent of fresh winter snow. Perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings, this easy-to-make treat will surely become a cherished tradition for you and your loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese (for filling)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for filling)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15×10-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease lightly.
- Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into egg mixture until combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, then transfer to a powdered sugar-dusted kitchen towel. Spread mascarpone filling evenly and roll tightly into a log.
- Chill in the fridge for at least an hour before slicing and serving dusted with additional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your Yule log by adding chopped nuts or using cream cheese frosting instead of mascarpone. Ensure your ingredients are fresh for optimal flavor.