Buche de Noel II

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 16
Decadent Buche de Noel II Recipe for the Holidays
in Dessert

Prep

45 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
7 large eggs , separated
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons confectioners ' sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon , ground
21 ounces bittersweet chocolate , such as Lindt
1 1/2 cups creme fraiche or 1 1/2 cups heavy cream , non pasteurized

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
447
Sugar
36g
Fat
29g
Buche de Noel II, also known as Yule Log, is a classic French dessert that is traditionally served during the holiday season. This elegant dessert consists of a light sponge cake that is filled with creme fraiche or whipped cream and coated in chocolate to resemble a log. The cake is often decorated with icing to resemble bark, and sometimes adorned with meringue mushrooms and other festive decorations. While it may be a bit daunting to make at first, the end result is well worth the effort. This cake is sure to impress your guests and make for a memorable holiday dessert.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 15 1/2-by-10 1/2 inch jelly-roll pan with butter, line the bottom with parchment paper and grease again.
2.Sift the flour, baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt together.
3.Using an electric mixer, beat the egg yolks in a large bowl until thick and lemon-colored.
4.Slowly add the sugar, beating constantly until well blended.
5.Stir in the vanilla extract.
6.In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt until stiff peaks form.
7.Fold 1/4 of the egg whites into the yolk mixture.
8.Gently fold in the remaining egg whites, and then gradually fold in the flour mixture.
9.Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
10.Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11.Sift the confectioners' sugar and cinnamon over a clean kitchen towel.
12.Loosen the edges of the cake with a knife and invert onto the towel.
13.Peel off the parchment paper.
14.Starting with a long side, roll the cake up in the towel.
15.Let cool completely on a wire rack.
16.In a double boiler, melt the chocolate.
17.Unroll the cake and spread the creme fraiche or heavy cream on top.
18.Roll the cake back up and place seam-side down on a platter.
19.Spread the melted chocolate over the cake.

PROS

Buche de Noel II is a classic French dessert that is both elegant and delicious.
The combination of light sponge cake, rich chocolate, and creamy creme fraiche makes for a decadent treat.

CONS

This cake can be a bit time-consuming to make, as it requires several steps.
It is also fairly high in calories, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake may not be the healthiest dessert out there, it does contain some health benefits. Dark chocolate, in particular, has been linked to lower blood pressure and improved heart health when consumed in moderation. Additionally, creme fraiche or heavy cream provides some calcium and vitamin D.

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