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Economical Chocolate Orange Yule Log
A simple, economical and indulgent Christmas log, inspired by chef Jean‑François Piège. A moist vanilla sponge, enhanced with orange zest and candied orange peel, glazed with a shiny chocolate‑orange ganache and decorated with pistachios. Serves 8 to 10 people and costs less than €10.
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Critical Success Points
- • Melt the butter without burning it
- • Whisk the eggs vigorously to avoid lumps
- • Incorporate the flour gradually to obtain a homogeneous batter
- • Check the cake's doneness with a knife tip
- • Achieve a smooth ganache by mixing the melted chocolate with hot cream
- • Glaze the ganache evenly before it hardens
Safety Warnings
- • Melted butter and hot chocolate can cause burns – handle with care.
- • Use kitchen gloves to remove the hot pan from the oven.
- • Be careful of the steam from the bain‑marie.
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