Light & Delicious Chocolate Coconut Yule Log
A festive and healthy take on the classic Yule log, perfect for the holiday season. This recipe uses a light chocolate and coconut filling, making it a delightful treat without the guilt.
Equipment Needed
- Double boiler
- Mixing Bowls
- Parchment paper
- Whisk
- Yule log pan
Ingredients
- 200.00 gDark Chocolate(High cocoa content for intense flavor)
- 4.00 Eggs(Separate yolks and whites)
- 60.00 gShredded Coconut(For a tropical touch)
- 250.00 gDairy-Free Cream Cheese(Use a good quality brand)
- 1.00 tbspSweetener(Adjust to your preference)
- 1.00 tspVanilla Extract(Pure vanilla extract for best flavor)
Instructions
Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Separate egg yolks and whites into separate bowls.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Whisk egg yolks with dairy-free cream cheese, sweetener, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Incorporate the cooled melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the egg whites into the chocolate mixture.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Line a yule log pan with parchment paper.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
Estimated time: 5 minutes
Roll the batter tightly into a log shape and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Estimated time: 180 minutes
Unmold the yule log and decorate with shredded coconut and chocolate shavings.
Estimated time: 10 minutes
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Estimated time: 5 minutes