Ah, Chocolate Salami—a no-bake, fun dessert that looks like a real salami but is all chocolatey, nutty, and slightly boozy if you like 🍫🍪. Here’s a classic recipe:
Ingredients (makes about 8–10 slices)
- 200 g (7 oz) dark chocolate
- 100 g (3.5 oz) unsalted butter
- 100 g (3.5 oz) sugar (or powdered sugar for smoother texture)
- 2 large eggs
- 150 g (5 oz) digestive biscuits, tea biscuits, or graham crackers, roughly chopped
- 50 g (1.75 oz) chopped nuts (walnuts, hazelnuts, or almonds)
- 1–2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp rum, brandy, or coffee liqueur
- Powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
1. Prepare chocolate mixture
- In a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler), melt chocolate and butter together until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, vanilla, and optional alcohol. Mix until fully combined.
⚠️ If using raw eggs, make sure to use very fresh eggs or temper them carefully. You can also substitute with pasteurized eggs or a little heavy cream to avoid raw eggs.
2. Add mix-ins
- Gently fold in chopped biscuits and nuts until everything is evenly coated.
3. Shape the salami
- Lay a sheet of parchment paper on your counter.
- Spoon the mixture onto the parchment and shape into a log (about 2–3 inches thick).
- Wrap tightly in parchment paper and twist the ends.
4. Chill
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight, until firm.
5. Serve
- Unwrap and roll in powdered sugar to resemble a real salami “casing.”
- Slice into ½-inch thick rounds and serve.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Add dried fruits like cherries or raisins for a chewy bite.
- Use white chocolate and pink powdered sugar for a fun twist.
- Nut-free option: replace nuts with extra biscuits or seeds.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the log before chilling.
If you want, I can give a super quick, egg-free, microwave version that sets in under 30 minutes—still delicious and perfect for last-minute dessert. Do you want me to do that?
