Smart-Choice Cheesy Chocolate Yule Log Recipe

Name: Smart-Choice Cheesy Chocolate Yule Log
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted, cooled slightly and divided; 5 vanilla wafers; 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1-1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 pkg. (1 oz.) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Sugar Free Fat Free Instant Pudding; 1 cup cold milk; 1-1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP LITE Whipped Topping; 14 low-fat graham crackers, broken in half (28 squares); 1 oz. BAKER'S White Chocolate; 1/4 cup fresh raspberries

Servings: persons

4 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted, cooled slightly and divided
5 vanilla wafers
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 pkg. (1 oz.) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Sugar Free Fat Free Instant Pudding
1 cup cold milk
1-1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP LITE Whipped Topping
14 low-fat graham crackers, broken in half (28 squares)
1 oz. BAKER'S White Chocolate
1/4 cup fresh raspberries

1
Pipe small amount of semi-sweet chocolate into spiral design on wafers; refrigerate until ready to use.
2
Beat Neufchatel and butter in large bowl with mixer until blended.
3
Add remaining melted chocolate; mix well.
4
Gradually beat in sugar until light and fluffy.
5
Beat pudding mix and milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min.
6
Stir in COOL WHIP.
7
Spread 1 rounded Tbsp.
8
pudding mixture onto 1 graham square; cover with second graham square.
9
Spread top with 1 rounded Tbsp.
10
pudding mixture.
11
Repeat with remaining graham squares and pudding mixture to form 12-inch loaf.
12
Stand on edge on platter; frost with Neufchatel mixture to resemble log.
13
Run tines of fork over dessert to resemble tree bark.
14
Refrigerate overnight.
15
Meanwhile, make curls from white chocolate.
16
(See Tip.)
17
Refrigerate until ready to use.
18
Decorate with wafers, chocolate curls and raspberries.
19
Cut into diagonal slices to serve.

1705

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted, cooled slightly and divided, 5 vanilla wafers, 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese, softened, 1/4 cup butter, softened, and more.

Yes, Smart-Choice Cheesy Chocolate Yule Log falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Smart-Choice Cheesy Chocolate Yule Log

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