No-Bake Chocolate Yule Log with Chocolate Mushrooms

Name: No-Bake Chocolate Yule Log with Chocolate Mushrooms
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 1 pint heavy cream; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 5 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau, divided; 1 tablespoon sugar; ¾ cup low-sugar orange marmalade; 1 (9 ounce) box Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers; 8 nonpareils (or use chocolate stars or small Peppermint Patties); 8 dark chocolate kisses, foil removed; 1 (6 ounce) container raspberries

Rating: 4.29 stars

7 Ratings
10 Reviews
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Assemble an impressive yule log with chocolate wafers, marmalade and whipped cream, garnished with chocolate 'mushrooms' of kisses topped with nonpareils.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

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Servings:

Yield:

10 servings

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Ingredients

Original recipe yields 10 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 pint heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
5 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
¾ cup low-sugar orange marmalade
1 (9 ounce) box Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers
8 nonpareils (or use chocolate stars or small Peppermint Patties)
8 dark chocolate kisses, foil removed
1 (6 ounce) container raspberries (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Beat cream, cocoa, 3 Tbs. liqueur and sugar to stiff peaks in a large bowl. Set aside. Mix marmalade with 2 Tbs. liqueur in a medium bowl. Select a platter long and wide enough to fit a 12-inch yule log with two 'knots.'

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Step 2
On flat side of the first wafer, spread a scant teaspoon of marmalade and 1 1/2 tsps. of the cream mixture over entire surface, then top with another wafer, flat side up. Repeat until you have about 3 inches of wafers. Stand stack on its side at a slight angle on the serving platter. Keep adding to log until 16 wafers remain.
Step 3
Stack 8 wafers, also on a slight angle, on each side of the log to form two knots.
Step 4
Spread remaining whipped cream mix over whole log, coating completely, then create 'bark' by running fork tines along the log and each knot. Cover gently with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 3 hours or overnight.
Step 5
Using a toothpick or ice pick, make a small hole in the bottom of each nonpareil. Stick a chocolate kiss into each hole to form mushrooms. Decorate log with clusters of mushrooms, and scatter raspberries around the platter. Slice and serve.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

389 calories; protein 3.5g; carbohydrates 42g; fat 22.9g; cholesterol 66.2mg; sodium 171mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (10)

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KIKINE22

01/15/2007

We've been making this Bûche for the past 2 Christmas holidays. It's amazing how the flavors meld together when it rests! The wafers get soft and really incorporate themselves well. This log is nice and light-- not too sweet either. We use raspberry jam with a little liquor. The nonpareils and kisses are all extra stuff. Can't say enough positive about this one!:) Read More

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Claire Gibson

01/25/2010

it was tasty but othing special. probably wont make again Read More

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7 Ratings

5 star values: 4
4 star values: 1
3 star values: 2
2 star values: 0
1 star values: 0

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KIKINE22

01/14/2007

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LisaD

12/29/2010

I made different yule logs over the past few years and they all came out too dry and tasted so-so. I tried this one last year and it was a total hit. I didn't use the liquor (kids) or the marmalade.. I just basically made the recipe that's on the wafer box. It looked great and tasted so decadent. I'll be making it again this year. Thanks for the idea! Edited to add: when I make whipped cream I usually add a little instant pudding mix. Partly because it adds flavor and sweetness but mostly because the gelatin stabilizes the whipped cream. Read More

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NANJKING

01/02/2006

Outstanding and easy to make! Read More

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malimomma

01/11/2011

I made this for a Christmas party potluck at my boyfriend's parents house. Everyone loved it! They ate the entire thing! Even the kids loved it which surprised me because I wasn't sure if they'd like the dark chocolate flavors for the cocoa or the orange marmalade. I couldn't find chocolate wagers anywhere! I checked three different major grocery stores. I substituted with Nilla vanilla wafers and it worked out great! I also loved how everyone thought that I put so much time and effort into forming the "cake" into a log. None of them had to know that they were actually eating Nilla wafer cookies and it only took about 30 minutes of prep time =) Will definitely make again next year. Absolutely delicious! Read More

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Claire Gibson

01/25/2010

it was tasty but othing special. probably wont make again Read More

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Elizabeth Schultz

11/24/2012

The alcohol was very strong for my family and I. It was difficult for me to make but I've never made a yule log before. Some directions were confusing for me as well. Read More

Vickie Spencer

12/29/2014

I made it exactly as the recipe said with one exception. I added some vanilla pudding as one reviewer suggested to the cream mixture to make it more stable. The flavor and texture were great. However if the yule log is not eaten by the day after it is made the frosting loses its fluff. Read More

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No-Bake Chocolate Yule Log with Chocolate Mushrooms

Servings Per Recipe: 10
Calories: 388.8

% Daily Value *

protein: 7 %

carbohydrates: 14 %

dietary fiber: 14 %

sugars:

fat: 35 %

saturated fat: 65 %

cholesterol: 22 %

vitamin a iu: 15 %

niacin equivalents: 13 %

vitamin b6: 5 %

vitamin c: 23 %

folate: 6 %

calcium: 5 %

iron: 9 %

magnesium: 12 %

potassium: 7 %

sodium: 7 %

thiamin: 7 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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KIKINE22

01/14/2007

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LisaD

12/29/2010

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NANJKING

01/02/2006

Outstanding and easy to make!

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malimomma

01/11/2011

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Claire Gibson

01/25/2010

it was tasty but othing special. probably wont make again

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Elizabeth Schultz

11/24/2012

The alcohol was very strong for my family and I. It was difficult for me to make but I've never made a yule log before. Some directions were confusing for me as well.

Vickie Spencer