Toffee Yule Log

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 120ml of milk. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

   Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature.

3. 3

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the mixture reaches 155°C.

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and toffee bits until they have melted and the mixture is smooth.

5. 5

   In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.

6. 6

   Add the flour mixture to the saucepan and stir until just combined.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip. Pipe the batter onto the prepared baking sheet in a log shape, about 2cm in diameter.

8. 8

   Bake the log for 15-20 minutes, or until it is golden brown and firm to the touch.

9. 9

   Remove the log from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

10. 10

    Melt the semisweet chocolate chips in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

11. 11

    Spread the melted chocolate over the cooled log, using a spatula to smooth the top.