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Ginger Bread Yule Log Cake

Ginger Bread Yule Log Cake: A Cozy Holiday Treat You’ll Love

This Ginger Bread Yule Log Cake is filled with festive flavors and boasts a stunning presentation, making it a beloved holiday treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 large Egg Whites Substitute with 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water for each egg for vegan option.
  • 3 large Egg Yolks
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup Plain Yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt or applesauce (reduce sugar slightly if using applesauce).
  • 1/4 cup Molasses
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Mascarpone Cheese Substitute with whipped coconut cream for dairy-free option.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Sugared Cranberries
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 sprig Fresh Rosemary Optional decorative touch.

Equipment

  • Stand Mixer
  • jelly roll pan
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • Double Boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 10×15 jelly roll pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, whip the egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form (2-3 minutes).
  3. Whisk egg yolks, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy.
  4. In another bowl, sift all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg together.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the egg yolk mixture, followed by plain yogurt and molasses.
  6. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in three additions until no white streaks remain.
  7. Spread the batter in the prepared jelly roll pan and bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
  8. Dust a clean kitchen towel with powdered sugar and invert the baked cake onto it. Roll the cake tightly with the towel and cool for 1-2 hours.
  9. Prepare sugared cranberries by dunking fresh cranberries in simple syrup and rolling them in granulated sugar.
  10. Unroll the cooled cake and spread a layer of mascarpone cheese over it.
  11. Roll the cake back up without the towel and wrap it in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  12. Prepare meringue frosting by whisking egg whites and powdered sugar over simmering water until sugar dissolves. Whip until stiff peaks form.
  13. Frost the rolled cake with meringue using a spatula and optionally toast the edges with a culinary torch.
  14. Garnish with sugared cranberries and fresh rosemary before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure that the egg whites are whipped to stiff peaks for the best texture. If the cake cracks while rolling, cover with meringue to mask imperfections.

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