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How do you keep a yule log without breaking it?
Just cover the hot cake with a clean dish towel and then gently roll it into a log. The cloth will prevent the cake from sticking to itself and will also absorb some of the moisture coming from the cooling roll.
Do you roll Swiss roll hot or cold?
To make a Swiss roll you need to bake a large, flat sheet of sponge cake. It’s important that the cake is warm so it can set in the right shape. If it’s too cold, it won’t roll properly. Once rolled, leave it to cool completely.
Is a yule log hard to make?
For a cake that comes out looking so incredibly fancy, a yule log (or bûche de Noël) is surprisingly easy to make. It’s basically just a jelly roll cake: a thin, flat génoise that any fool can glop filling on and then roll up into a reasonable facsimile of a log.
Why did my buche de Noel crack?
You want your cake to be light, airy, and moist so that it’s flexible enough to roll easily. If you overbeat the batter or bake the cake too long, it could become dense, gummy, or dry — and thus more likely to crack.
Why did my yule log cake crack?
The result is a chocolate cake that’s fluffy and flavorful and strong enough to roll without cracking. That’s not to say it can’t crack; any roulade can crack when overbaked, handled too roughly, or rolled up when chilled.
How do you make a Swiss roll not crack?
Use the tea towel to help you roll the cake up, while it is still hot, like a sushi roll. If the cake cools down, it will crack when you roll it up. Once rolled, leave the cake to cool in its tea towel, until cold.
Which way should you roll a Swiss roll?
ROLLING A SWISS ROLL. Always roll it up straight from the oven while it’s still pliable. FILLING A SWISS ROLL. Don’t overdo the filling or it will be harder to roll up and get a neat finish. FINISHING A SWISS ROLL.
When should you roll a Swiss roll?
You need to roll the sponge when warm as it’s more bendy. Roll tightly with the baking paper then leave to cool before unrolling. 5. Don’t go too close to the edges of your sponge when filling, or it will all ooze out when rolled.
How do you keep Swiss rolls from sticking?
Some people wrap their Swiss roll, after rolling, to set the shape. If you want to do that, I suggest you use a tea towel. Parchment paper, if tightly wrapped around the cake for a few hours, will stick to the crust. I prefer not to wrap the cake.
Can you freeze a chocolate yule log?
The yule log will keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge, loosely covered with foil. It can also be frozen for up to 1 month. Open freeze until firm, then wrap in foil or place in an airtight container.
What is the difference between a yule log and a buche de Noel?
The main difference between the two cakes is the way the cakes are decorated. The Yule log cake, or buche de noel, is made to look like the logs burned on Christmas eve, whereas the exterior of a swiss roll is decorated much more simply, such as with whipped cream and fresh fruit.
Is a yule log a Swiss roll?
The main difference between yule log and swiss roll is their appearance. Yule logs are made to resemble Yule logs that are burned on the Christmas eve while Swiss rolls are just cylindrical cakes with a spiral cross-section.
Why do roulades crack?
If you underbake a roulade, it will be too sticky and moist to roll and will simply fall apart. If you overbake a roulade, it will be hard and will crack when you attempt to roll it. At the same time, checking on the progress of your roulade constantly will negatively effect its baking.
Should you refrigerate a buche de Noel?
Does a Bûche de Noël Need to be Refrigerated? Whether or not a yule log needs to be refrigerated depends on the filling. If filled with mousse, it definitely needs to be refrigerated and not left out at room temperature for over 2 hours.
How long does a buche de Noel last?
Your Buche de Noel should keep for up to 3 days in the fridge. Remember it is filled with fresh cream so won’t be good kept for longer than this.
What is a jelly roll pan?
A jelly-roll pan (either 15 ½ by 10 ½ inches or 18 by 12 a.k.a. a half-sheet pan) has 1-inch-high sides and is perfect for making cake rolls; it can stand in for a cookie sheet in a pinch. It’s also a terrific roasting pan for veggies and more.
