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Buche De Noel

Indulge in Rich Vegan Buche de Noel for Your Holiday Table

This Vegan Buche de Noel combines rich flavors and magical presentation, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 270

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Flour Gluten-free all-purpose flour can also be used.
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds Can be omitted for nut-free versions.
  • 1/4 cup Tapioca Flour Arrowroot starch can be used if avoiding tapioca.
  • 1 cup Aquafaba Whipped until fluffy.
For the Fillings
  • 1/2 cup Maple Cream Maple syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Chestnut Puree Can be swapped with another nut or seed puree.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Bean or Extract Vanilla extract can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Agar Flakes Dissolve in warm water for vanilla filling.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Arrowroot or more tapioca starch are alternatives.
  • 1 cup Oat Cream Coconut cream is a great substitute.
For the Ganache
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa for a deeper taste.
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate Ensure it is dairy-free.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Blender
  • Small Saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Buche De Noel
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a mixing bowl, combine the brown rice flour, tapioca flour, and cocoa powder. In another bowl, whip aquafaba with a hand mixer until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped aquafaba into the dry mixture until just combined.
  2. Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly to about 1/2 inch thick. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the sponge springs back when lightly pressed.
  3. While the cake is still warm, carefully lift it out of the baking sheet using the parchment paper. Place it on a wire rack to cool for about 15 minutes.
  4. Prepare your chosen filling by blending chestnut puree or a mix of oat cream, vanilla extract, and cornstarch in a blender until smooth. Taste and adjust with maple cream if desired.
  5. Spread your filling of choice generously over the cooled sponge, leaving a small border around the edges. Starting from one short end, carefully roll the sponge into a log.
  6. While the cake is chilling, make the chocolate ganache. Melt dark chocolate and whisk in a splash of oat cream over low heat until glossy.
  7. After chilling, remove the log from the refrigerator and drizzle or spread the ganache over it. Decorate with fresh cranberries and a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 203mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This Buche De Noel can be made a day in advance for stress-free entertaining. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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