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Chocolate-Cherry Yule Log Roll

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Indulge in the rich flavors of our Chocolate-Cherry Yule Log Roll, a stunning dessert that combines a moist chocolate cake with a luscious cherry filling, all topped with silky chocolate ganache. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, this impressive roll will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create this showstopper with ease.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
  • 8 oz dark chocolate (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Gradually mix in vanilla extract and sour cream.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  5. Once baked, invert the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel and roll it up while warm.
  6. Prepare the filling by heating cherries with some sugar until soft; allow to cool before using.
  7. For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering; pour over chopped dark chocolate and stir until smooth.
  8. Unroll the cake, spread the cherry filling, re-roll it, and top with ganache.

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Keywords: Substitute cherries with raspberries or strawberries for a different flavor twist. Add almond extract to enhance flavors. Decorate with crushed nuts or edible glitter for extra flair.

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