Description
This Chocolate Brownies Yule Log is the ultimate showstopper for your festive table — a rich, fudgy brownie sponge wrapped around a light chocolate whipped cream filling, topped with a glossy ganache glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings, this easy recipe turns classic brownies into a stunning dessert roll. Whether you’re looking for a quick Christmas dessert, a holiday party idea, or something different from the usual sponge cake, this Yule log will impress with both looks and flavor. Great for breakfast ideas, dinner ideas, or any celebration that calls for chocolate decadence!
Ingredients
4 large eggs
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream (for filling)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate, melted (for filling)
1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (for ganache)
Red sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper and grease it lightly.
2. In a bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add vanilla and melted butter.
3. Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Fold until combined.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until the top is just set.
6. While warm, roll the cake up in parchment paper with a powdered sugar-dusted towel. Let it cool completely.
7. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Fold in melted chocolate. Chill until ready.
8. Unroll the cake and spread the whipped cream evenly, leaving a border. Roll back up without the parchment.
9. Heat heavy cream for ganache and pour over chopped chocolate. Stir until glossy and smooth.
10. Pour ganache over the rolled cake. Spread evenly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
11. Garnish with red sprinkles before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality chocolate for best ganache results.
Roll the cake while it’s still warm to avoid cracks.
Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: yule log, chocolate brownie roll, holiday dessert, easy chocolate recipe, Christmas dessert