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Pistachio And Coconut Chocolate Log

No baking is required! Pistachio and coconut chocolate log is a simple dessert, all the ingredients are combined and you’re done.
PREP TIME
15 minutes
COOK TIME
Freeze
3-4 hours
SERVES
Makes 3 mini tins

About this recipe

Pistachio and coconut chocolate log is a beloved treat in the Middle East and beyond. Many regions and ethnicities have their unique versions of this no-bake dessert, often enjoyed as a Christmas treat in the shape of a salami roll. I love how versatile and simple it is to make. Just combine all the ingredients, and you’re done!

My boys absolutely love this freezer snack. If I go a few months without making it, they’ll remind me how much they miss it. This dessert is perfect for unexpected guests or when your children’s friends pop over. For more no-bake treats, try my famous biscuit cake or the super easy Arabian milk pudding.

So if you love no-bake desserts, give my famous biscuit cake a try or for more of a Middle Eastern style dessert, the Arabian milk pudding is super easy to make.

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pistachio and coconut chocolate log served in a platter

Ingredients

  • 2 x 250-gram packets Arnott’s Yo-Yo biscuits (or any plain vanilla biscuit)
  • ½ cup icing sugar
  • ½ cup of cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup desiccated coconut
  • 2 x 395-gram tin sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup pistachio kernels
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Notes from Rouba

  • Line the tin properly—it’ll save you so much effort later when it comes time to slice.
  • Any plain vanilla biscuit will work, but I love Yo-Yos for their soft, crumbly texture.
  • Wet your hands just a little if the mixture gets too sticky—it makes pressing easier.
  • Press the mixture in really well so it sets properly and holds together when sliced.

 

I’ve started adding pantry staples to my collection, including rosewater, coconut, rose petals, biscuits, and more. Everything I use is chosen for convenience and to help you get your hands on key ingredients no matter where you are in the world. Check out my recommended staples here

I used mini loaf pans to make these treats, and they turned out beautifully. You can find the mini pans I recommend here, along with a link to my go-to standard loaf tin if you’re using just one here. Both options work perfectly—just make sure to press the mixture down firmly!

Method

Step 1.

Spray and line 3 x mini loaf pans (14.6 x 7.62 cm) with plastic baking wrap (make sure all 4 sides are lined).

Step 2.

Break the biscuits into small pieces using your hands. Don’t crumble the biscuits.

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and mix until well combined and the biscuits are well covered (this is the messy step).

Fill loaf tins with the mixture, pressing down firmly (wet hands if it gets too sticky). Smooth the top and place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours.

After freezing, remove the chocolate log from the lined tin, place it at room temperature for a few minutes, cut it into pieces, and serve.

A FEW THINGS YOU’LL WANT TO KNOW

Can I use a different biscuit?
Absolutely. I use Arnott’s Yo-Yo biscuits for their sweet vanilla flavour and crumbly texture, but any plain vanilla biscuit will do. Just avoid anything too hard or filled—keep it simple.

Do I really need to line the tin with plastic wrap?
Yes, highly recommend it. Once the log is frozen, it’s really hard to get out without that lining—especially if you’re using metal tins. Lining all four sides makes it much easier to lift out neatly.

What if I don’t have mini loaf tins?
No worries! Just use a regular loaf tin. You might end up with one large log instead of a few small ones—just make sure you press the mixture down firmly so it holds together once set.

Mine fell apart a little when slicing—what went wrong?
It likely wasn’t pressed down firmly enough. This part really matters—pressing the mixture in tight gives you that perfect slice and helps the whole thing set properly.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can! Once it’s made, pop it into the freezer as is—don’t slice it yet. When you’re ready, take it out and let it sit for a few minutes to soften slightly (don’t let it defrost fully). That way, it’ll be easy to slice cleanly. I usually cut the whole thing at that point, then pop the pieces back into the freezer. Makes it super convenient to grab as you go.

Pistachio And Coconut Chocolate Log

Prep Time 15 minutes
Freeze Time 4 hours
Servings: 3 mini tins

Ingredients
  

  • 2 x 250-gram packets Arnott’s Yo-Yo biscuits or any plain vanilla biscuit
  • ½ cup icing sugar
  • ½ cup of cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup desiccated coconut
  • 2 x 395-gram tin sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup pistachio kernels

Method
 

Step 1.
  1. Spray and line 3 x mini loaf pans (14.6 x 7.62 cm) with plastic baking wrap (make sure all 4 sides are lined).
Step 2.
  1. Break the biscuits into small pieces using your hands. Don’t crumble the biscuits.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients and mix until well combined and the biscuits are well covered (this is the messy step).
  3. Fill loaf tins with the mixture, pressing down firmly (wet hands if it gets too sticky). Smooth the top and place it in the freezer for 2-3 hours.
  4. After freezing, remove the chocolate log from the lined tin, place it at room temperature for a few minutes, cut it into pieces, and serve.

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