Gluten Free Christmas: Chocolate Marshmallow Log

My grandma in Vancouver, BC makes this chocolate marshmallow log every year for her Christmas dessert table.  I was pleasantly surprised to learn it’s a flourless treat!

Grandma Smith’s Chocolate Marshmallow Log

6 oz semi-sweetened chocolate chips

2 Tbsp butter

1 cup powdered sugar

1 egg, beaten

1 tsp vanilla

2 cups miniature colored marshmallows

1/2 cup maraschino cherries, quartered

1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

1 to 2 cups sweetened flaked coconut

In a medium size saucepan, melt chocolate chips and butter together over medium heat.  Add all other ingredients to the melted chocolate, except for the coconut flakes.  Mix well, then remove pan from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.

Using waxed paper as a work surface, roll the chocolate mixture into a log, like a large cigar.  Put the coconut flakes onto the waxed paper and roll the chocolate log over the coconut to coat the log entire surface.  Wrap the coconut log in fresh waxed paper and chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.  Slice into thin slices when ready to serve.