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Decorated brownie yule log dusted with powdered sugar surrounded by holiday ornaments.

festive brownie yule log


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 log (8–10 servings) 1x

Description

This festive brownie yule log combines a fudgy chocolate base with a creamy filling and elegant decorations for a show-stopping Christmas dessert. Perfect for holiday gatherings or social media-worthy presentations, it blends classic tradition with TikTok-inspired flair.


Ingredients

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  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 6 oz dark chocolate, chopped
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups filling (whipped cream or ganache)
  • 2 cups frosting (buttercream or glaze)
  • powdered sugar for dusting

  • Instructions

    1. preheat oven to 350°F and line a 10×15-inch baking tray with parchment paper

    2. melt butter and chocolate together until smooth, then whisk in both sugars

    3. add eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla

    4. sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt, folding gently until just combined

    5. spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 12–15 minutes until set but still soft

    6. while warm, invert brownie onto a towel dusted with powdered sugar and pre-roll to set shape

    7. let cool completely rolled, then unroll and spread filling evenly, leaving a small border

    8. re-roll the brownie without the towel and place seam-side down on a board

    9. frost with buttercream or glaze, using a fork to create bark effect

    10. dust with powdered sugar and decorate with holly, cranberries, or edible glitter

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: christmas

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 slice
    • Calories: 320
    • Sugar: 25
    • Sodium: 150
    • Fat: 18
    • Saturated Fat: 10
    • Unsaturated Fat: 7
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 35
    • Fiber: 2
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 50

    Keywords: brownie yule log, tiktok desserts, christmas dessert aesthetic, xmas baking ideas, christmas snack cakes