This Yule Log cake is made with 4 large eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla, flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. The cake is baked until fluffy, rolled, and then filled for a festive treat perfect for Christmas celebrations.
1: Whip egg whites and ¼ cup sugar for 5 minutes until stiff peaks form and set aside.
2: Combine egg yolks, oil, and vanilla until frothy.
3: Fold in flour, cocoa, and baking powder.
4: Fold in egg whites into the batter until fully combined.
5: Pour into a half sheet pan with sides prepared with parchment paper.
6: Bake for 12-15 minutes at 350°F.
7: Once baked, immediately transfer the cake onto a smooth kitchen towel, heavily dusted with powdered sugar and roll.
8: Let set for 2 hours, until completely cool, then unroll carefully and add your desired filling.
9: Frost if desired, decorate, and enjoy!
