White Chocolate Yule Log
Prep
20 mins
Cook
40 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
This White Chocolate Yule Log is my go to festive dessert because honestly, it comes together in just an hour from start to finish. The sponge base is wonderfully simple to make, and I love that eggs provide such great protein to keep you satisfied through all those holiday gatherings. Wrapped in creamy white chocolate and finished with a touch of green food colouring for that cheerful seasonal touch, it looks like you've spent all day in the kitchen when really you haven't. It's the kind of showstopper that lets you spend less time baking and more time enjoying time with loved ones.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200unsalted butter
- 150caster sugar
- 120plain flour
- 2baking powder
- 1salt
- 4eggs
- 150milk
- 1vanilla extract
- 250white chocolate
- green food colouring(to tint the log)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20cm x 10cm x 5cm baking tin with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for best results.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Tip: Make sure to break up any egg whites.
- 5
Gradually pour the egg mixture into the dough and mix until a smooth batter forms.
Tip: Be patient, as this may take a few minutes.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula or knife to create a straight edge.
- 7
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
Tip: Remove from the oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
- 8
Remove from the tin and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Once cooled, use a serrated knife to level the log and create a smooth surface.
- 9
Melt the white chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval until smooth.
Tip: Add a few drops of green food colouring to tint the log.
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