Black Forest Bûche de Nöel
Learn how to make this delicious and absolutely stunning holiday French classic, a Bûche de Nöel!
The Kirsch cherry liquor (optional!), the crunch of the chocolate “bark”, cherries, mascarpone mousse…..trust me, this cake IS SO GOOD!!!!! And French mother-in-law approved 😀
The cake can be made completely in the class with me on the 22nd and be good for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Encourage your family to join you for this fun class to prepare for Christmas!
What you will learn:
- How to make a gorgeous chocolate génoise cake, creamy kirsch mascarpone mousse filling, chocolate “bark”, and chocolate ganache icing
- Storage and assemble tips and advice
- Tips and tricks for my favorite ways to decorate!
What’s Included:
- Recipe for the chocolate génoise cake, creamy filling and luscious chocolate ganache to top
- A pass to the live class on Zoom
- Lifetime access to the recording and recipe through an online portal (posted within 1-2 business days of the class)
- A Facebook community group of bakers from around the world to ask any follow up questions
- Make ahead suggestions
Special Equipment Needed:
A scale- optional but highly recommended, a half sheet rimmed pan (18×13″) or a jelly roll pan (10×15″), metal offset spatulas, stand mixer OR hand mixer, several mixing bowls, whisk, and parchment paper. Check out all of my favorite recommendations here: Molly’s Recommendations
Ingredients Needed:
eggs, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, milk, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, full-fat mascarpone, powdered sugar, kirsch (cherry liquor, optional but really makes the cake!), heavy whipping cream, cherry jam, dark or semi-sweet chocolate, bittersweet chocolate, unsalted butter, powdered sugar