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Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake

Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake for Your Festive Celebrations

Delight in a Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake that beautifully blends coffee and creamy mascarpone, perfect for festive celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Plain Flour Substitute with almond or coconut flour (reduce by 25% for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons Espresso Powder Can be swapped with brewed coffee or instant coffee granules dissolved in hot water.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 5 tablespoons Sugar Consider using less for a lower-sugar option.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Heavy Cream Creates the filling and adds richness.
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Use cream cheese and heavy cream (3:1 ratio) for a non-dairy option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 1/4 cup Coffee Liqueur Omit for non-alcoholic version; substitute with additional brewed coffee.
For Dusting
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa powder.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Jellyroll Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃) and prepare a jellyroll pan with parchment paper and baking spray.
  2. Sift together the plain flour and espresso powder in a bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy, gradually adding 5 tablespoons of sugar until medium peaks form.
  4. Beat the egg yolks and whole eggs with 3 tablespoons of sugar until pale and at ribbon stage, around 5-10 minutes.
  5. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture, then fold in the sifted flour and espresso.
  6. Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes until springs back when touched.
  7. Dust with cocoa powder while warm, then carefully roll the cake with parchment paper to cool.
  8. Prepare the filling by mixing the cream, 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, vanilla, and coffee liqueur until soft peaks form, then fold in mascarpone.
  9. Once cooled, unroll the cake and spread half of the filling, then roll back up tightly.
  10. Frost the outside with remaining filling and dust with cocoa powder.
  11. Trim the ends for presentation and serve, optionally with fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the assembled cake to chill for flavors to meld beautifully. Perfect for festive occasions.

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