Chocolate rolled Yule log without genoise

Recipe by Les Ateliers de Ludo

A moist and indulgent Christmas log, made with a light egg‑based biscuit, a dark and milk chocolate ganache, an almond rocher glaze, and a whipped ganache for decoration. No cooking butter or complicated genoise, perfect for the holidays.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 55m
Prep
16m
Cook
16m
Cleanup
2h 27m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$8.83
Per serving:$1.10

Critical Success Points

  • Whip egg whites to stiff peaks
  • Incorporate the flour without deflating the batter
  • Precise biscuit baking (8 min at 210 °C)
  • Achieve a ganache that is neither too liquid nor too firm before rolling
  • Roll the biscuit while it is still pliable
  • Freeze the log before glazing to avoid cracks

Safety Warnings

  • Boil the cream with care: it can overflow quickly.
  • Handle the hot oven (210 °C) with kitchen gloves.
  • Use a sharp knife for cuts to avoid slipping.

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