Kalter Hund

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Classic recipe of Kalter Hund for chocolate lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

4 hours 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

355

Sugar

24g

Fat

21g

Kalter Hund, also known as 'cold dog' or 'chocolate refrigerator cake', is a classic German dessert that's perfect for chocolate lovers. It consists of layers of butter cookies and chocolate ganache, and it's an easy no-bake dessert that can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The recipe has been around for over a century and is often served during holidays and special occasions. The dessert gets its name from the resemblance of the stacked cookie layers to a log, and its texture is reminiscent of fudge.

Instructions

1.	Crush the butter cookies into small pieces using your hands or a food processor.
2.	In a large bowl, beat the egg and sugar together until light and creamy.
3.	Add the vanilla extract, unsweetened cocoa powder, and melted butter, and mix until well combined.
4.	Gradually add the crushed cookies to the chocolate mixture, stirring until all ingredients are combined.
5.	Add the rum to the mixture, stirring until well combined.
6.	Line a 8-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
7.	Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it down with a spatula to ensure that it's level.
8.	Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
9.	Once firm, remove the Kalter Hund from the pan and cut it into slices or squares to serve.

PROS

Kalter Hund is a decadent chocolate treat that’s easy to make and requires no baking.

The dessert can be easily customized with various cookie flavors and the addition of nuts or dried fruit.

CONS

The recipe contains a significant amount of sugar, butter, and alcohol, which can be high in calories and fat.

It is not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or have an allergy to nuts or eggs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Kalter Hund is not a healthy recipe, it can provide a source of antioxidants and boost your mood.
The unsweetened cocoa powder contains flavonoids that can lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease. However, excessive consumption of sugar and fat can lead to weight gain and other health problems.

	1 package plain butter cookies
	1/4 cup rum
	1 egg
	3/4 cup white sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
	1/2 cup butter , melted