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Red Velvet Yule Log

Delicious Red Velvet Yule Log to Brighten Your Holidays

This Red Velvet Yule Log is a delightful holiday dessert featuring a moist sponge and tangy cream cheese filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge
  • 4 pieces Eggs Consider egg replacers for a vegan version.
  • 2 pieces Egg Yolks
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Type 00 Flour Can substitute with all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Vanilla extract can be used as a shortcut.
  • 1 tablespoon Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Food Coloring (red) Vital for the classic look.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use mascarpone for a different texture.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Wildflower Honey Maple syrup can be an alternative.
For Decoration
  • 2 tablespoons Butter (for decoration) Should be cold for optimal whipping.
  • 1 tablespoon Sambuca Can swap with vanilla extract.
  • 1 cup Raspberries and Star Anise Sugared cranberries work beautifully too.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Red Velvet Yule Log
  1. Preheat your oven to 374°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, whip the whole eggs, egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla seeds until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Gradually add the red food coloring until you achieve a vibrant shade.
  2. Sift together the Type 00 flour and unsweetened cocoa powder into the egg mixture, gently folding them in with a spatula.
  3. Line a 12x16 inch baking pan with parchment paper and butter the paper. Pour the red velvet batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer the sponge to a clean sheet of parchment paper to cool for about 5 minutes, then wrap the sponge tightly and let it cool completely at room temperature for about 1 hour.
  5. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, wildflower honey, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy.
  6. Carefully unroll the cooled sponge and trim the edges. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly, roll the sponge tightly into a log shape, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
  7. In a mixing bowl, whip cold butter with powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the Sambuca while mixing to achieve a smooth consistency.
  8. Unwrap the Yule Log and apply a layer of buttercream over the entire log. Use a fork to create a bark-like texture and decorate with fresh raspberries and powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Roll the sponge while it's still warm to prevent cracking. Use a serrated knife for clean slices.

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