Modern Christmas Yule Log with Milk Choco Crunchy Center
Recipe created by Chef Praveen Balakrishnan
Did you know the Yule log represents a French tradition which symbolised a Yule log being burnt as a symbol that brings good luck to the family? Let’s bring some good luck by learning to bake this unique and rich recipe now!
Recipe Ingredients
Ingredient
Weight
For the Sponge:
| Pillsbury™ Egg Free Chocolate Premix | 500gm |
| Water | 280gm |
| Oil | 25gm |
For Truffle:
| Amul Cream | 300gm |
| Dark chocolate | 300gm |
For Milk Chocolate Crunchy:
| Melted Milk Chocolate | 300gm |
| Cornflakes (Crushed) | 75gm |
| Amul Cream | 100gm |
Preparation
For the Sponge:
- Add the premix and water to a mixing bowl.
- Use a flat blade and mix for a minute at Speed 1.
- Scrape the sides and mix at Speed 2 for 3 mins.
- Now, add oil and mix for another minute.
- Use a long rectangular tray for the ideal Yule Log shape.
- Bake at: 170°C
- Bake for: 30 mins
For Truffle:
- Warm the cream and chop the dark chocolate.
- Make the truffle by mixing the two.
For Milk Chocolate Crunchy:
- Add the crushed cornflakes and milk chocolate to a bowl.
- Now, add the warm Amul cream and mix again until they emulsify perfectly.
Assembling for the Yule Log:
- Place the thin sheet of Choco Sponge.
- Spread the Truffle on top of Sponge as a layer on top.
- Spread the Milk Chocolate Crunchy on top of the Truffle layer.
- Now, start rolling it tightly in the shape of swiss roll.
- Refrigerate.
Tips
- Method for Garnishing: Decorate around the log using the original concept of wood. This can be done by chocolate shavings as shown or in your own style.
