Vacuum Cleaner Cookies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these whimsical and delightful Vacuum Cleaner Cookies—named for their resemblance to traditional Scandinavian vacuum cleaner shapes. This no-bake recipe combines a rich blend of crushed digestive biscuits, butter, cocoa, and a hint of strong brewed coffee for a decadently fudgy core. Encased in a thin, velvety layer of marzipan and finished with dark chocolate-dipped ends, these treats are as charming as they are delicious. Perfect for parties, coffee breaks, or as a gift-worthy dessert, these cookies are surprisingly easy to make with just 30 minutes of prep and no oven required. Serve them for a burst of European-inspired indulgence, and enjoy their unique balance of flavors and textures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Digestive biscuits (or similar cookies)
- 75 grams Butter
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 50 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Strong brewed coffee
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 250 grams Marzipan
- 100 grams Dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (optional, for chocolate glazing)
Instructions
Place the digestive biscuits in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
In a medium bowl, combine the crushed biscuits, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, butter, brewed coffee, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture forms a thick and moldable dough.
Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into small logs, approximately 2 inches (5 cm) long and 1 inch (2.5 cm) wide. Place them on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Roll out the marzipan into a thin sheet, about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. Use a ruler to cut strips of marzipan wide enough to wrap around each cookie log, leaving a small overlap to seal the edges.
Wrap each chilled cookie log in a strip of marzipan, pressing gently to seal the edges and smooth out the seam. Trim off any excess marzipan.
Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently. If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil for a smoother glaze.
Dip both ends of each marzipan-wrapped cookie log into the melted chocolate. Place them back on the parchment-lined tray and let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator.
Serve the vacuum cleaner cookies as a unique and whimsical treat. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.4 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.2 g | 396% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 1121 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.9 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 22.9 mg | 127% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
