These no-bake holiday cookies are so delicious and festive. They are also ridiculously easy to make… this is the perfect holiday recipe to get the kids involved. If you do not care for mint, simply leave it out or replace it with a teaspoon of freshly grated orange zest.

Recipe

Peppermint Chocolate Salami

(Makes a 12” loaf)

Ingredients

1 cup (80 grams) bitter/semi sweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup single cream (I used Amul Fresh Cream)
2 tbsp salted butter
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup glacé cherries, chopped
1/2 cup (6 numbers) broken Digestive or Marie biscuits
2/3 cup roasted mixed nuts (shelled pistachios, cashews and almonds)
1/4 tsp peppermint extract
1/4 cup powdered sugar, for rolling

Method

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate, cream and butter. Heat in the microwave (or in a double boiler) until the chocolate melts. Use a silicone spatula to stir the chocolate until it is smooth.

Add all the remaining ingredients except the powdered sugar and mix until well combined.

Spoon the chocolate mixture onto a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Shape it into a log using the silicone spatula or clean hands. Wrap up the chocolate log in the parchment paper/plastic wrap and roll lightly on the kitchen counter to even out the thickness. Twist both ends and tie them with a rubber band or twine.

Refrigerate the chocolate salami for 6-8 hours or until very firm.

Before serving, remove the chocolate log from the paper/pastic wrap. Dust it with powdered sugar to coat evenly, then remove the excess sugar using a pastry brush.

Use a sharp knife to slice the log into 1/2” rounds and serve.

Store the chocolate salami refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.