Kalter Hund (German Chocolate and Cookie Dessert)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Kalter Hund - A Delicious German Chocolate and Cookie Dessert

Kalter Hund (German Chocolate and Cookie Dessert)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2h 20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	150 ml rice cream ( soy might also work , but I have not tried that , if non-vegan just use regular cream )
	250 g bittersweet chocolate , broken into pieces ( make sure its vegan )
	1 banana , sliced
	100 g vegan cookies ( I used digestives )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

312

Sugar

23g

Fat

20g

Kalter Hund, also known as 'Cold Dog', is a classic German dessert dating back to the 1950s. It is a no-bake dessert made with layers of chocolate and cookies, sometimes with the addition of fruit. Kalter Hund is a popular dessert in many German households and is often served at celebrations. This vegan version of Kalter Hund is a great alternative for those who follow a plant-based diet.

Instructions

1.	In a saucepan, heat the rice cream over medium heat until it just begins to boil. Remove from heat.
2.	Add the broken bittersweet chocolate pieces to the hot rice cream and whisk until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
3.	In a loaf pan, layer the sliced banana and vegan cookies.
4.	Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the bananas and cookies, smoothing into an even layer.
5.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until solidified.
6.	Once solidified, unmold and cut into slices.

PROS

Kalter Hund is an easy and delicious no-bake dessert that will impress your guests.

It requires only a few ingredients and can be made ahead of time.

The combination of chocolate, banana, and cookies creates a rich and satisfying dessert.

CONS

As with most desserts, Kalter Hund is not particularly healthy.

It is high in calories, sugar, and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Kalter Hund is not a health food, the bittersweet chocolate used in this recipe has some health benefits.
It contains antioxidants that may help improve heart health and brain function.
Dark chocolate has also been linked to lower blood pressure and reduced inflammation.