Caramel-Espresso Yule Log

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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.

SERVES10 to 12

TIME1¾ hours, plus 4 hours cooling

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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...

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