Log cake

Log Cake - A Holiday Delight

Preparation time: 40 minutes
Baking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Number of servings: 12

I suggest you indulge in a refined dessert that not only impresses with its appearance but also with its flavor: the log cake. This simple recipe combines a fluffy sponge with a decadent cocoa cream, all ingeniously decorated to resemble a log. Here’s how to prepare it step by step!

Ingredients:

For the sponge:
- 6 large eggs
- 120 g sugar
- 100 g ground nuts
- 90 g flour
- 15 ml rum

For the cream:
- 4 eggs
- 200 g sugar
- 100 g cocoa
- 350 g butter
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 60 ml water

For the syrup:
- 50 ml rum
- 50 ml water

Preparation:

1. Preparing the sponge:
Start by separating the egg whites from the yolks. Beat the egg whites with a mixer until they form a stiff foam. Gradually add the sugar and continue mixing until it dissolves completely and the mixture becomes shiny and compact.

2. Adding dry ingredients:
Incorporate the yolks, ground nuts, flour, and rum. Gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon, being careful not to deflate the mixture. It is important to achieve a homogeneous and fluffy composition.

3. Baking the sponge:
Line a rectangular baking tray with parchment paper and pour in the sponge mixture. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. When the toothpick comes out clean, the sponge is ready.

4. Cooling and rolling the sponge:
Once baked, turn the sponge onto a clean kitchen towel, remove the parchment paper, and roll the sponge into a log shape. Let it cool completely.

5. Preparing the cream:
In a heatproof bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, water, and cocoa. Heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Once cooked, let it cool. Add the room temperature butter and mix well until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous cream.

6. Assembling the cake:
After the sponge has cooled completely, prepare the syrup by mixing the water and rum. Soak the sponge with half of the syrup, then fill the roll with 2/3 of the cocoa cream. Roll the sponge back up and place it on a serving platter.

7. Decorating the cake:
Cover the cake with the remaining cream and use a spatula or spoon to give it the appearance of a log. You can use a fork to create ridges that mimic bark. Decorate with chocolate pieces or berries to add a contrast of textures and colors.

Useful tips:
- Make sure the eggs and butter are at room temperature to avoid lumps in the cream.
- You can substitute rum with vanilla essence for an alcohol-free version.
- If you want extra flavor, add a few drops of almond extract to the cocoa cream.

This log cake is perfect for special occasions but can also be enjoyed during personal indulgence moments. Delight your family and friends with a dessert that combines tradition with creativity!

 Ingredients: For the base: 6 large eggs, 120 g sugar, 100 g ground walnuts, 90 g flour, 15 ml rum. For the cream: 4 eggs, 200 g sugar, 100 g cocoa, 350 g butter, 1 vanilla sugar, 60 ml water. Syrup: 50 ml rum, 50 ml water.

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