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Red Velvet Yule Log

Elegant Red Velvet Yule Log: Your Festive Showstopper

This Red Velvet Yule Log is a festive masterpiece with a soft, velvety texture and a swirl of cream cheese filling, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 3 medium Eggs Aquafaba can be used as a vegan substitute.
  • 3 medium Egg Yolks
  • ¾ cup Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier option.
  • 3 cups Type 00 Flour All-purpose flour can be used.
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean Vanilla extract can be a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • Food Coloring Add to taste; beet powder is a natural alternative.
For the Cream Cheese Filling
  • 3 cups Cream Cheese Vegan cream cheese is an alternative.
  • cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tbsp Wildflower Honey Maple syrup can be used for vegan.
For the Buttercream Topping
  • 1 cup Butter A dairy-free spread can be used.
  • 2 tsp Sambuca Vanilla extract is a non-alcoholic alternative.
  • Powdered Sugar Use to taste.
For Decoration
  • Raspberries Fresh; edible flowers can be a substitute.
  • Star Anise Optional garnish.
  • Powdered Sugar For dusting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Hand Mixer
  • Serated Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 374°F (190°C) and grease a 12×16 inch pan with cooking spray or butter. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, yolks, and sugar until pale and frothy, about 5 minutes. Add the seeds from the vanilla bean and a few drops of food coloring. Sift in flour and cocoa powder, fold gently.
  2. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for approximately 20 minutes or until edges pull away and the center springs back when touched. Monitor for a soft texture.
  3. Once baked, let the cake cool for about 5 minutes in the pan. Invert onto parchment paper and cover with plastic wrap to retain moisture.
  4. Beat together cream cheese, honey, and heavy cream until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
  5. Trim the edges of the cooled sponge to create a rectangle. Spread the cream cheese filling evenly over the cake, leaving a border. Roll the cake with the help of the parchment paper into a tight log shape. Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours.
  6. After chilling, cut the ends of the log at an angle and whip the butter with powdered sugar and Sambuca until fluffy. Cover the log with the frosting, creating a bark-like texture, and garnish with raspberries, star anise, and powdered sugar dusting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Avoid reheating to preserve the cake's texture.

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