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Vanilla Caramel and Pecan Yule Log

Recipe by Once Upon a Time Pastry

An elegant and indulgent Christmas Yule log, made of a vanilla ganache, a creamy vanilla‑mascarpone insert, caramel pearls, toasted pecan nuts and a shortbread biscuit with chocolate chips, all covered with a white chocolate glaze and decorated with a “snow” effect using white powder.

HardFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
14h 10m
Prep
2h 20m
Cook
1h 59m
Cleanup
18h 29m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$28.40
Per serving:$3.55

Critical Success Points

  • Vanilla milk infusion (ganache)
  • Mixing the ganache with white chocolate
  • Cooking the crème at 82°C
  • Incorporating gelatin without overheating
  • Final freezing for at least 12 hours

Safety Warnings

  • Be careful of splatters when boiling the milk
  • Handle hot gelatin with care
  • Use the thermometer to not exceed 82°C
  • Use sharp knives for cutting the chocolate

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