The Ultimate Christmas Yule Log With Nutella® (Because December Deserves Dessert Drama)

There are certain flavours that instantly signal Christmas. Cinnamon. Butter. Chocolate. And then there’s Nutella®, which somehow manages to feel festive, nostalgic and wildly indulgent all at once. Enter this Nutella® Yule Log a classic Christmas dessert with a very parent-friendly twist. It looks impressive, tastes like pure joy and gives major “I absolutely have my life together” energy, even if you’re assembling it between school concerts and gift wrapping at midnight.

If you’ve ever wanted to bring a bit of European Christmas magic to the table without committing to a twelve-hour baking marathon, this is the recipe. It’s soft, light, chocolatey and unapologetically festive. And yes, Nutella® is the star. As it should be.

This is the kind of dessert that makes Christmas lunch feel special, works just as well on Christmas Eve, and earns you genuine praise from guests who assume it took far longer than it did. We love a low-effort, high-impact moment.

Why the Christmas Yule Log Always Wins

The Yule Log, or bûche de Noël, is one of those desserts that feels deeply festive without being heavy. The sponge is light, the filling is rich, and the rolled shape means everyone gets that perfect swirl of cake and chocolate in every slice. It’s nostalgic, a little theatrical and perfect for sharing.

Adding Nutella® takes it straight into crowd-pleaser territory. No explaining flavours. No convincing kids. No polite “oh yes, that’s interesting” reactions. It’s instantly familiar, instantly loved and disappears fast.

This is also a great dessert if you’re feeding a mix of adults and kids. It feels grown-up enough for Christmas tables, but approachable enough that little hands will happily grab seconds.

What You’ll Need

Ingredients
300g flour
5 eggs and 8 egg whites
180g almond flour
15g sugar
180g icing sugar
75g melted butter
180g Nutella® (approximately 15g per serving)

How to Make It Without Losing Your Mind

Start by preheating your oven to 230°C. Christmas baking waits for no one.

In a large bowl, mix together the flour, five eggs, almond flour and sugar until combined. This will form the base of your sponge.

In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites using a hand mixer. Gradually add the icing sugar as you go, whipping until the mixture becomes stiff and glossy. This step is what gives the sponge its light, airy texture.

Gently fold the egg white mixture into the flour mixture. Take your time here. You want to keep as much air in the batter as possible. Once combined, slowly fold in the melted butter.

Line two baking trays with baking paper and spread the batter evenly across them. Bake for six to eight minutes. The sponge should be set but still soft and flexible.

Remove the trays from the oven and allow the cakes to cool for two minutes. Then turn each cake upside down onto a flour-dusted tea towel. Carefully peel off the baking paper.

Roll each cake up gently in the tea towel and leave it to cool. This step helps the sponge hold its rolled shape later without cracking.

Once cooled, unroll each cake and spread half of the Nutella® evenly across the surface. Roll the cakes back up carefully.

Pipe the remaining Nutella® over the rolls, cut off the edges for a neat finish and decorate however you like.

How to Decorate It Like You Meant To

This is where you can have fun or keep it simple. A dusting of icing sugar gives a snowy, classic finish. A fork dragged gently through the Nutella® creates that traditional log texture. Add berries, rosemary sprigs or chocolate shavings if you’re feeling fancy.

And if a child insists on adding sprinkles or a plastic reindeer, that’s Christmas too.

Make-Ahead Friendly (A Christmas Miracle)

One of the best things about this Nutella® Yule Log is that it can be made ahead of time. Assemble it the day before, store it in the fridge and bring it out just before serving. It slices beautifully when chilled and holds its shape perfectly.

This makes it ideal for Christmas Day when oven space is precious and patience is limited.

Why Parents Love This Recipe

It looks impressive without being complicated.
It uses ingredients that feel familiar and comforting.
It doesn’t require specialised equipment.
It’s flexible, forgiving and kid-approved.
And it involves Nutella®, which automatically makes it a win.

If you’re looking for a Christmas dessert that delivers maximum joy with minimal stress, this Nutella® Yule Log deserves a spot on your festive menu. It’s indulgent, celebratory and exactly the kind of treat that makes Christmas feel like Christmas.

Serve it proudly. Slice generously. And don’t be surprised if you’re asked to make it again next year.