Description
Buche de Noel cookies are festive treats inspired by the traditional French Yule log cake. These cookies capture the essence of the holiday season with their rich chocolate flavor and decorative appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Roll the dough into small logs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a festive touch, add edible glitter or sprinkles before baking.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: buche de noel cookies, holiday cookies, chocolate cookies, festive treats