Yule Logs Recipe

These soft and delicious Yule Logs are a holiday tradition! A treasured family recipe passed down for 45 years, these cookies are always the first to disappear at any Christmas gathering. The secret? A perfectly balanced blend of buttery sweetness and crunchy nuts, generously coated in powdered sugar. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 240.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Yule Logs

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How to Make Yule Logs

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 large egg until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add 1 ½ cups powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 cup rolled oats.
  6. Roll the dough into 36 small logs (approximately 2 inches long). Place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar. Once completely cool, roll them in powdered sugar again for an extra layer of sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

35g

Carbs

7g

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