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Delicious White Chocolate Raspberry Yule Log decorated for the holidays

White Chocolate Raspberry Yule Log

This Yule Log combines creamy white chocolate with the bright tartness of fresh raspberries, making it a perfect holiday dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the sponge cake

  • 4 large large eggs, separated Use room temperature eggs for best results.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp melted butter

For the filling

  • 8 oz white chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup heavy cream to melt the white chocolate
  • 8 oz mascarpone cheese or cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the raspberry sauce

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, to thicken)

For decoration (optional)

  • to taste whipped cream or white chocolate ganache
  • to taste fresh raspberries
  • to taste white chocolate curls or shavings
  • to taste powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 10×15-inch jelly-roll pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg yolks with sugar until pale and thick. Stir in vanilla, milk, and melted butter.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, then gently fold them into the yolk mixture.
  • Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt; fold gently to combine.
  • Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 10–12 minutes, until the cake springs back when touched.
  • Immediately turn the warm cake out onto a clean kitchen towel lightly dusted with powdered sugar. Peel off the parchment paper and, using the towel, roll the cake from the short end. Let it cool completely while rolled.

Make the Raspberry Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the berries break down.
  • If using, stir in the cornstarch mixed with a little cold water and cook until slightly thickened.
  • Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds. Let cool.

Make the Filling

  • Melt the white chocolate with the heavy cream until smooth, then let it cool slightly.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the mascarpone or cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla until creamy.
  • Fold in the melted white chocolate mixture until smooth and fluffy.

Assembly

  • Carefully unroll the cooled cake.
  • Spread the white chocolate filling evenly over the surface.
  • Drizzle or spread the raspberry sauce over the filling.
  • Roll the cake back up (without the towel) and place seam-side down on a serving platter.

Decoration

  • Spread whipped cream or white chocolate ganache over the roll.
  • Decorate with fresh raspberries, white chocolate curls or shavings, and dust with powdered sugar for a festive look.

Notes

To keep your Yule Log fresh, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If freezing, thaw in the fridge before serving. Dust with powdered sugar just before serving for a pretty presentation.
Keyword holiday dessert, raspberry, Rolled Cake, White Chocolate, Yule Log