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Red Velvet Yule Log

A festive and vibrant Red Velvet Yule Log filled with creamy cream cheese and adorned with decorative accents, perfect for cozy holidays.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge

  • 3 medium medium eggs Approximately 165 g
  • 3 medium medium egg yolks Approximately 45 g
  • 3/4 cup sugar For that necessary sweetness that delights.
  • 3 cups type 00 flour Helps achieve a tender texture.
  • 1 unit vanilla bean Seeds scraped for natural sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder For that chocolatey note!
  • as needed unit Red food coloring Use whichever type you prefer.

For the Filling

  • 3 cups cream cheese For creaminess and classic tang.
  • 2/3 cup heavy cream Adding richness to the filling.
  • 2 tbsp wildflower honey Adds a lovely floral sweetness.

For the Decoration

  • 1 cup cold butter The foundation of the frosting.
  • 2 tsp Sambuca For a hint of anise flavor.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar To sweeten the frosting.
  • as needed unit Raspberries For garnish.
  • as needed unit Star anise For festive flair.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 374°F (190°C).
  • Line a 12×16 inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly butter it.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the 3 medium eggs, 3 medium egg yolks, and sugar until pale and frothy.
  • Scrape the vanilla bean seeds into the egg mixture.
  • Gradually add red food coloring until you achieve the desired hue.
  • Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the mixture and fold gently.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and even it out.
  • Bake for approximately 20 minutes until it springs back when touched.
  • Once baked, remove from the oven, flip onto a piece of parchment, and cover with plastic wrap to cool completely.

Filling and Rolling

  • In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, heavy cream, and honey until smooth.
  • Trim the edges of the cooled sponge, spread the filling evenly, leaving a border.
  • Using parchment, roll up the sponge tightly but gently and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Decoration

  • Beat cold butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, then add Sambuca or vanilla extract.
  • Unwrap and lightly frost the rolled cake; create a rustic look.
  • Decorate with raspberries, star anise, and dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature. Embrace a rustic look for the log. For variations, try flavored cream cheese or beetroot powder instead of red food coloring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35g
Keyword Cream Cheese Filling, Festive Baking, Holiday Dessert, Red Velvet Yule Log
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