Mascarpone–Nutella Christmas Log (Bûche de Noël)

This Christmas, I decided to combine two of my older favorite recipes Xmas Swiss roll (buche de Noel) with mascarpone, and Chocolate cake with mascarpone & nutella filling

into one festive dessert: a soft chocolate sponge cake and a creamy mascarpone–Nutella frosting. The result is a rich but light Christmas log, rolled and shaped like a real branch, perfect for holiday tables and family gatherings.

This recipe is easier than it looks and can be prepared in advance, making it ideal for stress-free entertaining.

Christmas 2025 sweet wishes

Christmas is a time for sweetness — not only on the table, but in the little moments we share. This year, I’m celebrating with desserts that feel most like Christmas: simple, nostalgic, and full of warmth.

From Greek classics to a few European favorites, these sweet wishes are meant to be shared, enjoyed slowly, and remembered. 

Wishing you a Christmas full of warmth, sweetness, and simple joys.

Greek or oriental Classics

• Melomakarona – honey-soaked cookies with walnuts
• Kourambiedes – buttery almond shortbreads
• Ravani – moist semolina cake with syrup
• Galatopita – creamy custard phyllo pie
• Vivian’s Pudding (Walnut Cake) – fragrant and tender
• Ekmek Kadaifi – shredded phyllo dessert with creamy toping

European Favorites

• Bûche de Noël – xmas swiss roll - classic rolled yule log
• Rice Pudding (Riz au lait) – comforting and creamy
• Cinnamon Rolls – soft, spiced, and sweet
• Kürtőskalács – Hungarian chimney cake, crispy and caramelized

Festive Treats & Extras

• Roasted Chestnuts – perfectly clean and tender in the Ninja Crispi

White Cream Mascarpone Christmas Swiss Roll – Homemade Holiday Dessert

Merry Xmas with a swiss roll!

 

[Originally published on Dec 24, 2016]
Not a classic one, with mascarpone cheese that is my favorite.
Actually, tiramisu is the most popular recipe in this blog thanks to this cheese, so why not to try one?
I would like to thank Raphael who inspired me with his traditional swiss roll that was a smash!
Thanks also to my daughter that made the final touch with her decoration *kiss*

Time is not money but rest in this festive period, so I will cut short and give you the details :)
 

All the best to you and your dear ones! May this period is restful and calm...