GINGERBREAD YULE LOG
Nicely seasoned gingerbread holds a sweet creamy filling. This dessert is surprisingly light, so it's easy to indulge in a generous slice after a hearty meal. -Bernadette Colvin, Lexington, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place egg whites in a bowl; let stand at room temperature 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°. Line bottom of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with parchment or waxed paper. In a small bowl, whisk flour, spices, baking soda and salt., In a large bowl, beat egg yolks on high speed until thickened, about 3 minutes. Beat in molasses and melted butter., With clean beaters, beat egg whites on medium until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high after each addition until sugar is dissolved. Continue beating until soft glossy peaks form. Fold into egg yolk mixture. Fold in flour mixture. Transfer to prepared pan, spreading evenly., Bake 9-12 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. Cool 5 minutes. Invert onto a kitchen towel dusted with confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a chilled large bowl, combine the first five filling ingredients; beat until soft peaks form. Unroll cake; spread half of the filling over cake to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again, without towel. Place on a platter, seam side down. Spread remaining filling over cake. If desired, sprinkle with cinnamon. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Mbali Enhle
[email protected]This is the best gingerbread yule log recipe I've ever tried. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.
Sufiyan Kaalo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but I loved this yule log. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly sweet.
Jamie Nowling
[email protected]This yule log is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's so delicious and festive!
rukhsana bibi
[email protected]I made this recipe for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best gingerbread they've ever had.
muhammad zulqarnain
[email protected]This yule log is so impressive, it's perfect for a special occasion.
maria stanislaus
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chocolate, so I used a vanilla frosting instead. It was still delicious!
king shallom oluwole ajani
[email protected]I'm gluten-free, so I used a gluten-free flour blend in this recipe. It turned out great!
Chioma Rosemary
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow, but it took me a little longer than the estimated time.
Roland Ayala
[email protected]I'm not a fan of gingerbread, but I loved this yule log! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was perfectly sweet.
Racheal Aliga
[email protected]The only thing I would change about this recipe is to add more frosting. It was a little dry for my taste.
Abraham Osayande
[email protected]I made this yule log for my family Christmas party and everyone raved about it. It's a new holiday tradition!
TheGreen Steve2
[email protected]I'm allergic to nuts, so I substituted sunflower seeds in the frosting. It was still delicious!
Syed Faiq110
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again next year.
Franny Parlow
[email protected]This yule log is so beautiful, it almost looks too good to eat. But I couldn't resist!
Tayab Tariq
[email protected]I added some chopped walnuts to the frosting for extra crunch. It was delicious!
Nisar ahed Chandio
[email protected]I love how this recipe uses gingerbread cake mix. It saves time and still tastes amazing.
zahid bukhari
[email protected]The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy. The perfect combination!
majbah uddin
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great!
Makwin Bwehmasai
[email protected]This gingerbread yule log was a hit at my holiday party! It was so delicious and festive, and everyone loved it.