Spiced Orange Yule Log

Spiced Orange Yule Log is a delicious dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. This dessert is made with a moist sponge cake that is rolled with a spiced orange cream filling and topped with a rich chocolate ganache. The Spiced Orange Yule Log is a perfect dessert for any holiday gathering or celebration.
Ingredients:

For the sponge cake:

- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt

For the spiced orange cream filling:

- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 cup orange marmalade

For the chocolate ganache:

- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 10x15 inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it out evenly.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cake is set and springs back when touched.
7. While the cake is baking, prepare the spiced orange cream filling. In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves together until stiff peaks form.
8. Fold in the orange marmalade until well combined.
9. Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. Lay a clean kitchen towel on a flat surface and dust it with powdered sugar.
11. Carefully flip the cake onto the towel and remove the parchment paper.
12. Spread the spiced orange cream filling over the cake, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
13. Starting at one end, roll the cake up tightly, using the towel to help you.
14. Place the rolled cake on a wire rack and let it cool completely.
15. While the cake is cooling, prepare the chocolate ganache. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
16. Remove the pan from the heat and add the chopped chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
17. Let the ganache cool for a few minutes, then pour it over the top of the rolled cake.
18. Use a spatula to spread the ganache evenly over the cake.
19. Refrigerate the Spiced Orange Yule Log for at least 30 minutes, or until the ganache is set.
20. Serve the Spiced Orange Yule Log chilled, garnished with orange slices and fresh mint leaves.
This Spiced Orange Yule Log is a perfect dessert for any holiday gathering or celebration. The moist sponge cake is perfectly balanced with the spiced orange cream filling and the rich chocolate ganache. This dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Type of this dish is dessert and its 3 main ingredients are eggs, heavy cream, and semisweet chocolate.