Casual and Lighthearted Yule Log Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp instant coffee powder
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gently fold in the dry ingredients.
4. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
5. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cake springs back when lightly touched.
7. While the cake is baking, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and instant coffee powder until stiff peaks form.
8. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
9. Carefully roll the cake from the short end with the help of the parchment paper and let it cool completely.
10. Unroll the cake and spread the whipped cream mixture over the surface.
11. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly and roll the cake back up.
12. Refrigerate the Yule log for at least 1 hour before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Yule Log with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite holiday drink!