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Snickers-style Yule Log with vanilla, peanut, caramel and chocolate

Recipe by Once Upon a Time in Pastry

A decadent Yule log inspired by Snickers, with a caramelized peanut insert, milk chocolate ganache, a crunchy base made of ladyfingers and a light vanilla bavarois. Ideal for New Year's or holiday celebrations.

MediumFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
18h 15m
Prep
40m
Cook
2h 16m
Cleanup
21h 11m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$27.00
Total cost
$3.38
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Toast the peanuts without burning
  • Reach exactly 82°C for the caramel cream
  • Incorporate the gelatin off the heat to avoid lumps
  • Set the insert before pouring the bavarois
  • Cook the bavarois at 75°C without exceeding
  • Whip the cream properly for a smooth texture

Safety Warnings

  • Caramel reaches very high temperatures; handle with care and wear kitchen gloves if necessary.
  • Use a thermometer to avoid overheating the caramel and the bavarois.
  • Be careful of hot cream splashes when preparing the ganache.

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