Cookie salami recipe - snowman

Cookie salami in the shape of a snowman – a quick and playful dessert perfect for the holidays

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Rest time: 45 minutes in the fridge (or 20 minutes in the freezer)
Total: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Servings: 8-10

This cookie salami in the shape of a snowman is not only a delicious dessert but also a true visual delight that will impress both children and adults. I will guide you through each step of the recipe so you can achieve a perfect result, regardless of your kitchen experience level.

### Ingredients

- 800 g cookies (you can use plain cookies, wafers, or even dry pastries)
- 300 g sugar
- 200 ml water
- 100 g margarine
- 3-4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 200 g butter (soft)
- 200 g powdered sugar
- Coconut (to taste)
- 400 ml whipped cream
- 3 packets vanilla sugar
- Colorful jelly beans or marzipan (for decoration)
- Nutella (optional, for sticking)

### Instructions

1. Preparing the salami base: In a pot, add water and sugar. Place the pot over medium heat and stir until the sugar completely dissolves. Then, add the margarine and keep on the heat until it melts, stirring constantly. When the margarine is almost completely melted, incorporate the cocoa powder, mixing well to avoid lumps.

2. Grinding the cookies: Use a food processor or meat grinder to grind the cookies. They should become a fine powder so that they blend perfectly with the cocoa cream.

3. Mixing the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground cookies with the margarine and cocoa mixture. Add rum essence and mix well. In another bowl, cream the soft butter with the powdered sugar until it becomes fluffy. Add coconut to taste for an extra flavor and texture.

4. Forming the salami: Divide the cookie mixture into three portions: one large, one medium, and one small. Roll each portion into a circle on a plastic wrap so you can easily shape the snowman. Spread each circle with the coconut cream, then roll them tightly to form cylinders.

5. Preparing the snowballs: From the small portion, form balls that will represent the snowballs. Place them on a plate and refrigerate for 45 minutes or freeze for 20 minutes until firm.

6. Decorating: Once the snowballs are well chilled, you can stick them together with Nutella (optional, for a more intense flavor). Whip the cream with the vanilla sugar until firm and cover the entire snowman figure. Use colorful jelly beans or marzipan to create eyes, a nose, and buttons.

7. Serving: Let the dessert sit in the fridge for a few hours before serving, so the flavors blend perfectly. This cookie salami in the shape of a snowman is ideal for winter parties and will bring a smile to everyone’s faces.

### Useful Tips

- Ingredient variations: You can experiment using chocolate cookies or nut cookies for a different taste. You can also add dried fruits or ground nuts to the cookie mixture for an interesting texture.
- Alternative decorations: Instead of jelly beans, you can use M&M's or even dried fruits for a more natural look.
- Creative serving: You can place the snowman on a platter with some cocoa powder to mimic a winter landscape.

This quick and simple dessert will surely become a tradition in your holiday kitchen. Enjoy every bite and cherish the moments spent around the table with your loved ones!