Peppermint Swirl Log
Peppermint Swirl Log is a delicious dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. This dessert is a combination of chocolate and peppermint flavors that will leave your taste buds wanting more. The Peppermint Swirl Log is a type of dessert that is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.
To make the Peppermint Swirl Log, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup of crushed candy canes
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 15x10 inch jelly roll pan and line it with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vegetable oil, water, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract and mix until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the crushed candy canes over the batter. Using a knife, swirl the candy canes into the batter.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
While the cake is cooling, make the whipped cream. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream and sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
Once the cake has cooled, remove it from the pan and place it on a clean surface. Spread the whipped cream over the cake, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Starting at one end, roll the cake tightly, using the parchment paper to help you. Place the cake seam-side down on a serving platter.
Garnish with additional crushed candy canes and serve. The Peppermint Swirl Log is a delicious dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. It has a rich chocolate flavor with a refreshing peppermint twist. This dessert is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Type: Dessert
Ingredients: Flour, cocoa powder, eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, water, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, candy canes, heavy cream, sugar" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: underline;">powdered sugar.
Cooking Tips: Swirl the candy canes into the batter for a beautiful marbled effect. Use parchment paper to help you roll the cake tightly. Garnish with additional crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
