Yule log with matcha tea and white chocolate mousse recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 eggs
• 125g caster sugar
• 75g plain flour
• 25g cocoa powder
• For the matcha tea and white chocolate mousse:
• 200g white chocolate
• 300ml double cream
• 1 tbsp matcha tea powder

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/gas mark 5.
2. Grease and line a swiss roll tin.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and frothy.
4. Sift the flour and cocoa powder into the bowl and gently fold in with a metal spoon.
5. Pour into the tin and level with a palette knife.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the sponge is firm to touch.
7. While the sponge is baking, make the matcha tea and white chocolate mousse. Melt the white chocolate in a bowl set over a pan of simmering water. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the double cream and matcha tea powder until it forms soft peaks.
9. Gently fold the melted white chocolate into the whipped cream mixture.
10. Once the sponge is cooked, remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tin for a few minutes.
11. Lay a sheet of baking paper onto a work surface and sprinkle with caster sugar.
12. Turn out the sponge onto the sugared paper and remove the greaseproof liner.
13. Spread the matcha tea and white chocolate mousse mixture over the sponge, leaving a 1cm border around the edges.
14. Carefully roll up the sponge from the short end using the paper to help you.
15. Secure the roll with cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Verdict:

This yule log with matcha tea and white chocolate mousse is a delightful dessert to serve during the festive season. The sponge is light and airy, while the matcha tea and white chocolate mousse filling is creamy and indulgent. It’s a perfect combination of flavours that everyone will enjoy.

Serving Suggestions:

This yule log can be served with fresh berries, whipped cream or a dusting of icing sugar. It’s a great after dinner dessert, but also works well as a festive afternoon tea treat. Enjoy!