Description
Tiramisu Yule Log is a festive dessert that beautifully marries the classic Italian flavors of tiramisu with the holiday spirit. This indulgent treat features fluffy coffee-soaked sponge cake rolled with a rich mascarpone filling, all enveloped in a luscious chocolate ganache. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this showstopper will delight your friends and family while showcasing your baking skills. With easy-to-follow steps, you’ll create a memorable centerpiece that captures the essence of winter celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed espresso (cooled)
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup bittersweet chocolate (for ganache)
- ½ cup heavy cream (for ganache)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until fluffy. Gradually fold in flour until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly, then flip onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel.
- Beat mascarpone and heavy cream until soft peaks form. Mix in cooled espresso thoroughly.
- Spread filling over the cooled cake, roll tightly using the towel as a guide, and place seam-side down.
- For ganache, heat equal parts cream and chopped chocolate until melted and smooth; cool slightly before pouring over the rolled cake.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving; dust with cocoa powder right before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality mascarpone cheese for richer flavor. - Experiment with flavored syrups or liqueurs in the filling for added depth. - Store leftovers wrapped tightly in the fridge for up to three days.