PEPPERMINT CAKE LOG
Each Christmas, my husband only asks for one thing...this chocolate mint cake roll! This fluffy filling pairs well with the tender cake. -Robyn Anderson, Sugar Grove, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Line a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan with waxed paper; grease the paper and set aside. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking powder and baking soda; set aside. , In large bowl, beat egg yolks, 1/3 cup sugar and vanilla until thick and lemon-colored. Add dry ingredients alternately with water just until blended. In a small bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until stiff glossy peaks form. Fold into yolk mixture., Spread batter evenly in prepared pan. Bake at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool for 5 minutes. Invert cake onto a kitchen towel dusted with 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar. Gently peel off waxed paper. Roll up cake in the towel jelly-roll style, starting with a short side. Cool completely on a wire rack., For filling, in a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in confectioners' sugar until stiff peaks form. Fold in crushed candies. Unroll cake; spread filling to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up again. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., For glaze, combine the butter, cocoa and water in a small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat. Whisk in confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cake. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
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Samkelisiwe Mhlongo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of peppermint, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm glad I did! The cake log was delicious and the peppermint flavor was subtle. I will definitely be making this again.
Eric Davis
[email protected]This cake log was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious! The peppermint flavor was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.
Bikash Stha
[email protected]I made this cake log for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The peppermint flavor was really refreshing.
Prema nondy
[email protected]This was my first time making a cake log and it turned out great! I was surprised at how easy it was to make. The cake was delicious and the peppermint flavor was perfect.
Frances Golden
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfect. The cake is moist and fluffy and the peppermint flavor is just right. I love frosting it with a simple chocolate ganache.
Gori khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my cake log turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Reuel verzano
[email protected]This cake log was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. The peppermint flavor was nice and the cake was moist. I think I would have liked it better if I had used less sugar.
snoesje loesje
[email protected]I made this cake log for my family and they loved it! It was easy to make and the instructions were clear. The cake was moist and fluffy and the peppermint flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.
Treasure Imafidon
[email protected]This cake log was delicious! The peppermint flavor was perfect and the cake was moist and fluffy. I frosted it with a simple chocolate ganache and it was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.
joshua akota
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the cake log always turns out perfect. I've made it several times for parties and it's always a hit. The peppermint flavor is just right - not too strong and not too weak. I highly recommend this recipe.
mya johnson
[email protected]This peppermint cake log was a hit at my holiday party! It was so easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I used a store-bought chocolate cake mix and added some peppermint extract to the batter. I also made a simple chocolate ganache frosting and p