Yule log
Chocolate yule log is usually made with a chocolate sponge Swiss roll, but I prefer this sinfully rich version. There's no need for any icing, it's rich enough as it is!
SERVES
10
PEOPLE
PREP TIME
40
MINUTES
COOKING TIME
20
MINUTES
Ingredients
5 eggs, preferably free-range and organic
175g (6oz) caster sugar
175g (6oz) best-quality dark chocolate (we use Callebaut 52pc)
3 tbsp water
Filling
300ml (½ pint) double cream
1-2 tbsp rum
Sieved icing sugar
Decoration
Santas, holly leaves, etc.
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