Caramel-Espresso Yule Log
Appears in Cook's Illustrated November/December 2019
A fluffy, tender cake that rolls effortlessly around a plush, stay-put filling, and most of the work can be completed days in advance? It's a Christmas miracle.
WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS
Done right, a Yule log is a dessert with a huge “wow” factor: a moist, tender cake rolled around a rich, creamy filling; coated in frosting; and adorned with playful woodsy garnishes. The first step in making a successful rolled cake is cho...