Chocolate Nut Yule Log Cookies
Indulge in the festive flavors of Chocolate Nut Yule Log Cookies, a decadent holiday treat perfect for cookie swaps and seasonal gatherings. These buttery, cocoa-infused cookies are enriched with the crunch of chopped walnuts or pecans and shaped into charming log forms reminiscent of a classic yule log. Topped with a luscious semi-sweet chocolate glaze and a snowy dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies not only taste heavenly but also look stunning on any holiday dessert table. With a quick prep time of just 30 minutes and straightforward steps, this recipe is ideal for both novice and seasoned bakers. Serve them with a warm cup of cocoa or coffee for a cozy and unforgettable holiday dessert experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour and cocoa powder to the butter mixture, stirring until the dough forms. If the dough is too crumbly, stir in 1-2 teaspoons of milk to help bind it.
Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.
Shape small portions of dough into log shapes, about 2 inches long and 1/2 inch in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small amount of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the logs are firm to the touch. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, prepare the chocolate glaze. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to steam but does not boil.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until a smooth glaze forms.
Once the cookies are fully cooled, drizzle or spread the chocolate glaze over each cookie log.
Dust the glazed cookies with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
Allow the glaze to set before serving. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 190.7 g | 244% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.4 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 473.5 g | 172% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 230.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.0 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 169 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 25.8 mg | 143% | |
| Potassium | 1446 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
