Description
Indulge in the festive charm of the Bûche de Noël Brownie au Chocolat, a delightful dessert that combines the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with the traditional elegance of a Yule log. This easy-to-make recipe features layers of decadent chocolate ganache and creamy mascarpone, ensuring a deliciously satisfying treat for your holiday gatherings. Perfect for family dinners or friendly soirées, this charming dessert will surely impress your guests with its exquisite flavor and stunning presentation. Let your culinary creativity shine as you craft this scrumptious bûche, bringing joy to your festive table.
Ingredients
- 200g dark chocolate
- 150g sugar
- 100g butter
- 4 eggs
- 100g flour
- 200ml heavy cream (for ganache)
- 250g mascarpone
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Melt dark chocolate and butter together in a double boiler.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy, then mix in the melted chocolate.
- Gradually fold in flour until just combined.
- Pour batter into a lined baking tray and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until set but still moist. Allow to cool.
- For the ganache, heat cream then pour over chopped dark chocolate; stir until smooth.
- Once cooled, spread ganache over brownie layer and roll tightly into a log shape.
- Cover with remaining ganache and decorate with mascarpone as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: To enhance flavors, consider adding nuts or zest to the brownie mix. Substitute dark chocolate with milk chocolate for a sweeter version. Add festive decorations like seasonal fruits or edible glitter for an eye-catching presentation.