How to make a Classic Chocolate Yule Log

Name: How to make a Classic Chocolate Yule Log
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 42 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 large free-range eggs; 75 g icing sugar (about 2/3 cup, plus extra for dusting); 75 g self-raising flour (about 2/3 cup); 2 tbsp quality cocoa powder; 2 tsp vanilla bean paste; 2 tbsp sugar; 1 x 250 g tin of sweetened chestnut purée (about 8.8 oz); 1 pinch of ground cinnamon; 200 ml double cream (about 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp); 1 tsp runny honey; 150 g quality dark chocolate (70% (about 5.3 oz)); 150 g unsalted butter (about 2/3 cup, at room temperature); 150 g icing sugar (about 1 1/4 cups); coconut flakes; orange rind; chocolate shavings

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:12min

Create a festive chocolate yule log this holiday season! This classic Bûche de Noël features a soft Swiss roll filled with rich chocolate cream and topped with decadent chocolate frosting. Perfect for any holiday celebration!

Updated at: Thu, 23 Jan 2025 18:55:22 GMT