Chocolate Salami

Chocolate Salami

Italian Nut, Citrus and Chocolate Roll

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 2h
Cook Time: 8m
Total Time: 2h
Servings: 10
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (27 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

188
Calories
12g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
2g
Protein
22mg
Cholesterol
21mg
Sodium
Chocolate Salami

Recipe Description

Have you ever tried Chocolate Salami? Famously looks like salami but tastes like the most decadent chocolate treat on the market and the best party trick to use this April Fool’s Day! A Portuguese and Italian dessert invention made from dark chocolate, pistachio nuts and almonds, white chocolate, orange zest and butter cookies. Some add wine or port but this recipe is alcohol free. Almost chewy in texture and shaped like a salami roll, if you haven’t tried one yet then you’re definitely missing out!

To make Chocolate Salami, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Chocolate Salami

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Toast nuts

    3 min
    Step 1 - Chocolate SalamiStep 1 - Chocolate Salami

    In a large skillet over medium-low heat, toss 1 cup of mixed nuts, like pistachios and almonds, for a few minutes until toasted and slightly browned. Set aside to cool.

  2. 2

    Melt chocolate and butter

    1 min
    Step 2 - Chocolate Salami

    In a microwave-proof bowl, melt 12 ounces of semisweet chocolate and 6 tablespoons of butter in 20 seconds increments and stirring in between, until completely melted and combined.

  3. 3

    Add remaining ingredients

    2 min
    Step 3 - Chocolate Salami

    Fold in the toasted nuts, 2 tablespoons of white chocolate pieces, 1 teaspoon of grated orange zest, and ¼ cup of crushed butter cookies to combine evenly through.

  4. 4

    Refrigerate

    1h
    Step 4 - Chocolate Salami

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour.

  5. 5

    Prepare logs

    1h
    Step 5 - Chocolate Salami

    Spread out some plastic wrap over a flat surface and place half of the chocolate in the center in a 7½ x 1½-inch log. Wrap the log with the plastic wrap and roll to smooth it over. Twist the ends to tighten the log. Repeat with the remaining chocolate. Refrigerate for about 1 hour until set and firm.

  6. 6

    Decorate

    5 min
    Step 6 - Chocolate SalamiStep 6 - Chocolate Salami

    Remove plastic wrap and roll in powdered sugar to dust. Decorate with kitchen twine.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Chocolate Salami

    Slice into ¼-inch pieces to enjoy.

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About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

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