Chocolate Salami with Raisins and Rum: just saying these words evokes an intense, enveloping, and irresistibly nostalgic dessert. A classic of homemade cooking, enriched by the bold character of dark chocolate, the natural sweetness of raisins, and the warm, enveloping aroma of rum, transforming a simple recipe into a small masterpiece of taste.
Perfect to prepare in advance, ideal as a festive dessert or an end-of-meal treat, this chocolate salami is loved for its balance between bitter notes and aromatic hints. It is the no-bake dessert par excellence, easy and quick, capable of giving great emotions, especially if served in slices, with a dusting of powdered sugar that recalls the appearance of traditional salami.
A recipe that tastes like home, shared moments, and hands kneading with love, perfect for those who love genuine desserts with a bold taste. The chocolate salami with raisins and rum is the best choice when you want to impress with simplicity, bringing to the table a timeless dessert, rich in personality and memories.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 12 Hours
- Preparation time: 30 Minutes
- Portions: 16 Pieces
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 259.76 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 19.53 (g) of which sugars 7.78 (g)
- Proteins 4.12 (g)
- Fat 18.47 (g) of which saturated 11.58 (g)of which unsaturated 6.14 (g)
- Fibers 2.73 (g)
- Sodium 196.38 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 50 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Chocolate Salami with Raisins and Rum
- 7 oz dark chocolate
- 10.5 oz cookies
- 3 oz raisins
- 3.5 tbsp rum
- 3.5 oz sugar
- 5.3 oz butter
- 2 eggs
- 0.7 oz powdered sugar
Preparation of Chocolate Salami with Rum and Raisins
First, soak the raisins in the rum and melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a bowl, coarsely crumble the dry cookies. Meanwhile, in another bowl, cream the butter with an electric mixer. Then, add the sugar and continue beating.
Add one egg at a time, still beating with the electric mixer, until a smooth and homogeneous cream is obtained.
Pour the melted chocolate into the cream and gently mix with a spatula. Next, add the crumbled cookies and well-drained raisins.
Place the mixture on a sheet of parchment paper and form a cylinder with the spatula. Roll it in the paper and seal the ends tightly.
Place the chocolate salami on a tray and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight.
After the resting time, remove the parchment paper and sprinkle the chocolate salami with powdered sugar. Serve in thick slices.
Storage
The chocolate salami can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days, in an airtight container.
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FAQ
Can the rum be replaced?
Of course. You can replace the rum with Marsala, brandy, or orange juice if you prefer a non-alcoholic version, while still keeping the aroma and softness of the raisins.
What type of chocolate is recommended for this recipe?
For an intense and balanced result, it is recommended to use good quality dark chocolate, with a cocoa percentage between 60% and 70%.
Is chocolate salami suitable for festive occasions?
Absolutely yes. The chocolate salami with raisins and rum is a scenic and convivial dessert, ideal for Christmas, special occasions, and dessert buffets.
