Salame di cioccolato

Chocolate salami is a famous dessert which combines chocolate and crushed cookies in a delicious sweet roll. Equally popular in Italy and Portugal, the true origin of the dish is vague, and it is regarded as an indispensable dessert of both national cuisines. Traditional versions were usually made with a blend of chocolate and eggs, while the modern varieties usually use firm ganache mixtures and often incorporate nuts or dried fruit. The name of this sweet treat is derived from its cylindrical shape, which resembles a salami, and the combination of dark chocolate and light cookies which look like speckled salami fat. It is served cut into thick slices and is usually accompanied with a cup of coffee or tea. Although it is traditionally associated with Portugal and Italy, chocolate salami is an internationally acclaimed dessert found and prepared in many countries around the world.