Pistachio & Cardamom Yule Log
Pistachio & Cardamom Yule Log is a festive dessert that combines rich flavors and delightful aromas, making it the perfect centerpiece for your holiday gatherings. This elegant rolled cake features a light sponge infused with cardamom and crunchy pistachios, filled with luscious whipped cream. Impress your family and friends this season with this visually stunning and delicious treat that will surely become a holiday tradition!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Festive
Ingredients
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- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup unsalted pistachios (coarsely chopped)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Gently fold in flour, cocoa powder, ground cardamom, and chopped pistachios until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until springy.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then whip heavy cream with powdered sugar to soft peaks.
- Turn the cake onto a powdered sugar-dusted towel, spread whipped cream filling, and roll tightly using the towel.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For gluten-free options, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend or almond flour. Experiment by infusing the whipped cream with orange zest or using different nuts like walnuts or almonds.