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Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake

Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake for a Festive Celebration

Elevate your holiday gatherings with this Gourmet Tiramisu Yule Log Cake, a delightful dessert that combines coffee flavors with a creamy filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Plain Flour Substitutable with almond or coconut flour for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Espresso Powder Can substitute with strongly brewed coffee.
  • 3 Egg Whites Incorporate air for a light texture.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the meringue and adds richness.
  • 3 Egg Yolks Adds richness and helps with structure.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Cream Use heavy whipping cream for maximum richness.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the creamy filling smoothly.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds warm flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Coffee Liqueur Can be omitted for non-alcoholic option.
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Can substitute with cream cheese mixed with heavy cream.
For Dusting
  • 2 tablespoons Cocoa Powder Enhances chocolate flavor.

Equipment

  • Jellyroll pan
  • mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400℉ (200℃) and line a jellyroll pan with parchment paper.
  2. Sift together the plain flour and espresso powder.
  3. Beat the egg whites until foamy, then gradually add granulated sugar until medium peaks form.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks and remaining sugar until thick and pale.
  5. Gently fold the egg whites into the egg yolks, then fold in the sifted flour and espresso mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Dust the cake with cocoa powder and roll it while hot, letting it cool for 20 minutes.
  8. Beat together cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and coffee liqueur until soft peaks form, then fold in the mascarpone cheese.
  9. Unroll the cooled cake, spread half of the filling, and roll tightly again.
  10. Frost the exterior with remaining filling and dust with cocoa powder before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This cake easily adapts to gluten-free ingredients and can be made a day in advance to reduce stress during preparations.

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