Yule Log

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
• Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Sift the dry ingredients into the egg mixture and stir until well combined.
5. Stir in the melted butter and milk until the batter is smooth.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. While the cake is still warm, carefully roll it up in the parchment paper and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
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