Nigella’s Chocolate Salami is a tasty no-bake treat with a blend of nuts, amaretti biscuits, and dark chocolate, chilled for 6 hours to perfection.
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🤎 Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Salami Recipe:
- Diverse Texture: Enjoy the savor crunch of Amaretti biscuits and the nutty goodness of almonds, hazelnuts, and pistachios.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare in advance, letting flavors meld overnight for a stress-free yet impressive dessert.
- Versatile Presentation: Serve sliced for an elegant display, combining visual appeal with a symphony of flavors.
❓ What Is Nigella’s Chocolate Salami Recipe?
Chocolate Salami by Nigella Lawson is a luscious sweet treat, uniting dark chocolate, amaretti biscuits, and an array of nuts, shaped into a log, chilled, and adorned with a dusting of icing sugar.
🍫 Nigellas Chocolate Salami Ingredients
- 250 grams of good-quality dark chocolate (min. 70% cocoa solids), roughly chopped
- 250 grams amaretti biscuits (crunchy, not soft)
- 100 grams of soft unsalted butter
- 150 grams caster sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Amaretto liqueur
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 75 grams of natural almonds (unskinned), roughly chopped
- 75 grams hazelnuts (roughly chopped)
- 50 grams pistachios (roughly chopped)
- 2 tablespoons icing sugar (to decorate)
🍩 How To Make Nigella’s Chocolate Salami
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or over a saucepan of gently boiling water until no lumps remain. Allow to cool.
- Put the amaretti biscuits in a plastic bag and roll them until they are ground into coarse crumbs.
- Lightly whip the sugar and butter until combined.
- Add the Amaretto liquor after gradually beating in the eggs.
- Blend the cocoa powder with the egg combination after passing the mixture through a sieve into the chilled chocolate.
- Add the crumbled biscuits and chopped nuts and mix well. Chill the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Make a log shape with the chocolate mixture, unroll the clingfilm, cover it, and then roll it into a smooth cylinder. Put in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably all night.
- Arrange the salami on a greaseproof paper-lined sheet. Remove any extra clingfilm and tie a string around one end.
- Sprinkle with icing sugar and tie the salami in a knotted loop made of string. Create a pattern throughout the length of the salami by repeating the process.
- Place on a wooden board, slice, and serve cold or served very close to room temperature.
💭 Recipe Tips
- For a variety of textures, crush the amaretti cookies coarsely.
- Thoroughly chill the log so it can be easily sliced.
- For a unique touch, try different mixtures of nuts.
🍨 What Pairs Nicely With Chocolate Salami?
Complement the Chocolate Salami indulgent with a side of fresh berries, a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or chocolate sauce to elevate its decadence.
🎚 How To Store Leftovers Chocolate Salami?
- In The Fridge: Wrap leftover chocolate salami in clingfilm and keep it in a sealed container for up to 4 days.
- In The Freezer: Freeze leftover chocolate salami in slices, separating with parchment paper, for up to 2 months. Let thaw in the fridge before eating.
🥵 How To Reheat Leftovers Chocolate Salami?
- Oven: Gently warm chocolate salami slices in a preheated oven at 325°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Microwave: Heat chocolate salami slices on low power in 20-second intervals until the desired temperature is reached.
FAQs
Why does my chocolate salami have a gritty texture?
Your chocolate salami may have a gritty texture if the chocolate wasn’t fully melted ensure a smooth consistency.
What can I do if my chocolate salami tastes too sweet?
Balance sweetness by adding a pinch of salt or bitter cocoa, or enhance with a squeeze of citrus to refine your chocolate salami.
Why did my chocolate salami turn out too dry?
Your chocolate salami may crack from overmixing or insufficient chilling. Handle gently and ensure proper refrigeration for a smoother outcome.
Why did my chocolate salami turn out too dry?
Your chocolate salami may be too dry if lacked sufficient butter; consider adjusting proportions or adding a touch of moisture for improved texture.
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Nigellas Chocolate Salami Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 445
- Total Fat 23g
- Saturated Fat 9.9g
- Trans Fat 0g
- Total Carbohydrates 54g
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugars 36g
- Protein 5.3g
Nigellas Chocolate Salami
Description
Nigella’s Chocolate Salami is a tasty no-bake treat with a blend of nuts, amaretti biscuits, and dark chocolate, chilled for 6 hours to perfection.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or over a saucepan of gently boiling water until no lumps remain. Allow to cool.
- Put the amaretti biscuits in a plastic bag and roll them until they are ground into coarse crumbs.
- Lightly whip the sugar and butter until combined.
- Add the Amaretto liquor after gradually beating in the eggs.
- Blend the cocoa powder with the egg combination after passing the mixture through a sieve into the chilled chocolate.
- Add the crumbled biscuits and chopped nuts and mix well. Chill the mixture for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Make a log shape with the chocolate mixture, unroll the clingfilm, cover it, and then roll it into a smooth cylinder. Put in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably all night.
- Arrange the salami on a greaseproof paper-lined sheet. Remove any extra clingfilm and tie a string around one end.
- Sprinkle with icing sugar and tie the salami in a knotted loop made of string. Create a pattern throughout the length of the salami by repeating the process.
- Place on a wooden board, slice, and serve cold or served very close to room temperature.
Notes
- For a variety of textures, crush the amaretti cookies coarsely.
- Thoroughly chill the log so it can be easily sliced.
For a unique touch, try different mixtures of nuts.