Honey Yule Log
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This Honey Yule Log is one of my favorite festive treats to make because it comes together in under an hour. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity, so even if you're new to baking, you'll find it totally manageable. What I love most is the honey, which not only adds natural sweetness and moisture to every bite but also brings wonderful antioxidants to the table. The chocolate and nuts give it that decadent holiday feel, while keeping costs reasonable since you probably have most ingredients on hand already. Trust me, your family will think you spent all day in the kitchen.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250butter
- 400 gsugar
- 4eggs
- 250 gflour
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 200 ghoney
- 150 gchocolate
- 100 gchopped nuts
- 50 gcocoa powder
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 20x20cm (8x8 inch) baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure the parchment paper is large enough to cover the entire dish.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk well to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the honey and chocolate until well combined.
Tip: Make sure the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 6
Stir in the chopped nuts and cocoa powder.
Tip: Make sure the nuts are evenly distributed.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly spread.
- 8
Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake.
- 9
Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Make sure the cake is completely cool before assembling the Yule Log.
- 10
Once the cake is cool, use a serrated knife to carve it into a log shape.
Tip: Make sure the cake is firm enough to carve.
- 11
Assemble the Yule Log by spreading a layer of frosting on top of the cake, then decorating with festive holly sprigs and red berries.
Tip: Get creative with your decorations!
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