Maple Yule Log
Prep
30 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Every winter, I make this Maple Yule Log, and it's become my favorite festive dessert to share with loved ones. The beauty of this recipe is how wonderfully simple it is, ready in just over an hour from start to table. Maple syrup isn't just delicious, it's packed with antioxidants and minerals that make it a genuinely nourishing choice. The mixed berries add brightness and freshness while keeping costs reasonable, making this an elegant yet budget friendly centerpiece for holiday gatherings. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe comes together easily and delivers impressive results every single time.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 120 mlmaple syrup
- 200 gmixed berries
- 150 mlalmond milk
- 10 gbaking powder
- 5 gsalt
- 50 gunsalted butter, melted
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20cm x 10cm x 5cm (8" x 4" x 2") loaf pan.
Tip: Make sure to grease the pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Whisk until the mixture is well combined and there are no lumps.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and almond milk.
Tip: Make sure to whisk until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Do not overmix the batter.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure the batter is evenly distributed and there are no air pockets.
- 6
Bake the cake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip: Do not overbake the cake.
- 7
While the cake is baking, prepare the maple syrup filling.
Tip: Heat the maple syrup in a saucepan over low heat until it is warm and runny.
- 8
Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Make sure the cake is cool enough to handle.
- 9
Drizzle the maple syrup filling over the warm cake and sprinkle with mixed berries.
Tip: Make sure the filling is evenly distributed and there are no bare spots.
- 10
Let the cake cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving.
Tip: This will help the cake set and make it easier to slice.
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