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Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake

Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake: Festive Coffee Bliss Awaits

This Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake is a delightful blend of classic tiramisu flavors and festive yule log presentation.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Plain Flour Substitute with almond or coconut flour for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Espresso Powder Or use strong brewed coffee
  • 4 large Egg Whites No substitutions necessary
  • 5 tablespoons Sugar Granulated
  • 3 large Egg Yolks & Whole Eggs Ensure at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Dark cocoa for richer flavor
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cream Use coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Fresh vanilla or bean paste are great substitutes
  • 1/4 cup Coffee Liqueur Or non-alcoholic coffee syrup
  • 8 ounces Mascarpone Cheese Can swap with cream cheese and heavy cream (3:1 ratio)

Equipment

  • jelly roll pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper, lightly coated with baking spray.
  2. Sift together the plain flour and instant espresso powder in a mixing bowl.
  3. Beat egg whites until foamy, gradually adding in 5 tablespoons of sugar until medium peaks form.
  4. Whisk egg yolks, whole eggs, and 3 tablespoons of sugar until pale and creamy.
  5. Gently fold egg whites into the yolk mixture in thirds, then gradually fold in the sifted flour and espresso mix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 8–10 minutes until springy.
  7. Dust the top with cocoa powder, roll the cake while warm, and let it cool for 20 minutes.
  8. Beat cream, powdered sugar, vanilla, and coffee liqueur until soft peaks form, then fold in mascarpone cheese.
  9. Unroll the cooled cake, spread half the filling, roll tightly, and coat with the remaining filling.
  10. Dust with cocoa powder and trim the ends before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure proper ingredient temperature and avoid overbaking.

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