NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE YULE LOG WITH CHOCOLATE MUSHROOMS

No-Bake Chocolate Yule Log with Chocolate Mushrooms image

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

Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson

Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes Orange Liqueur

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

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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

Steps:

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.'
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.
Stack 8 wafers, also on a slight angle, on each side of the log to form two knots.
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.
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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 66.2 mg, Fat 22.9 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 171 mg, Sugar 24.8 g

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Sawabi 4536

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Overall, I thought this Yule log was just okay. It wasn't as impressive as I was hoping it would be.

Rashed Mia

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The chocolate mushrooms were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with a darker chocolate.

Alice Aidan

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I had some trouble getting the chocolate ganache to set properly. I think I might have used too much cream.

Gareth Sowter

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This Yule log is a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a lighter filling.

skye saliba

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I've made this Yule log several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays.

dean stamper

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This Yule log is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a beautiful and delicious dessert that will impress your guests.

Samuel semretu

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I'm not a big fan of chocolate, but I really enjoyed this Yule log. The chocolate is not too sweet and the filling is light and fluffy.

Shan Mathisha

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This Yule log is so rich and decadent. It's the perfect treat for a special occasion.

Melissa Yoder

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I made this Yule log for my family and they all loved it. It was the perfect dessert to end our Christmas dinner.

Okongwu Chinenye

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The chocolate mushrooms are a really cute and festive touch. I used dark chocolate for the mushrooms and they turned out perfectly.

Eleen Shuman

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This Yule log is so impressive-looking, but it's actually quite simple to make. I'm definitely going to make it again for my next holiday party.

Kay Z

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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make this Yule log without any problems.

Sean Mendez

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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chocolate ganache. I also added some chopped nuts and dried cranberries to the filling for extra flavor.