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Yule Log

Delicious Vegan Yule Log: A Guilt-Free Holiday Treat

Enjoy a delightful vegan Yule Log, gluten-free and refined sugar-free, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Gluten-Free Flour Essential for structure.
  • 1/2 cup Aquafaba Unwhipped for binding.
  • 1/2 cup Applesauce Adds moisture.
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup Natural sweetener.
For the Vegan White Chocolate Frosting
  • 1 cup Vegan White Chocolate Rich and creamy.
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Butter Optional alternative.
For Decoration
  • 1/2 cup Cranberries For festive touch.
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered Sugar For dusting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • Kitchen Towel

Method
 

Cake Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the aquafaba, applesauce, and maple syrup until smooth.
  4. Gradually incorporate the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently to create a uniform batter.
Baking
  1. Pour the prepared batter onto the lined baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cake is golden and springs back when lightly touched.
  3. Remove from oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
Cooling & Rolling
  1. Invert the warm cake onto a clean kitchen towel dusted with powdered sugar.
  2. Gently peel off the parchment paper and roll the cake while it's still warm.
  3. Let the rolled cake cool completely for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
Frosting Preparation
  1. While the cake cools, prepare the vegan white chocolate frosting in a blender.
  2. Blend the vegan white chocolate and any additional sweeteners until smooth and creamy.
Frosting and Assembly
  1. Once the cake is cooled, gently unroll it and spread a layer of frosting evenly over the surface.
  2. Re-roll the cake tightly into its original log shape.
  3. Cover the outside of the log with the remaining frosting.
Decorating
  1. Decorate with fresh cranberries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
  2. Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Weigh ingredients for accuracy and roll the cake while it’s still warm to prevent cracks.

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