homemade
confections
... literally
From our in-house kitchen to yours, an exceptional experience for adventurous palettes
the chocolate salami squad
"Fake" salami, artfully bound in butcher paper, keeps it real — a bittersweet chocolate "link" marbled with cookie crumbs, pistachios, and orange [peel]; a thick coat of powdered sugar conjures the genuine article..."
Karen Brooks
The Mighty Gastropolis
where it all began
Pastry Chef Amelia Lane first encountered a recipe for chocolate salami in 2011. While working for Oregon’s first USDA-certified meat producer, she pitched chocolate salami as a natural fit for their globally inspired menus of fine quality meats.
When they stopped producing the product in 2016, it was an obvious opportunity to bring it back under a new brand.
With thoughtfully adjusted recipes, Badelia’s revisits this product with experience, intention, and creative freedom.
adventurous
accoutrement
Surprise your guests by pairing these charcuterie favorites with Badelia’s chocolate salami.
Jams & Jellies
Cookies & Crackers
Creamy Cheeses & Mousses
Wine & Spirits
Coffee & Tea
Ice Cream
Sweet & Savory Charcuterie
find our chocolate salami
at these fine establishments
proudly produced
in our in-home kitchen
During an inspection of the commercial kitchen space I was renting, the Department of Agriculture agent suggested Badelia’s was a strong fit for the Domestic Kitchen License model, which allows small business owners to manufacture food in the home kitchen.
As the proud owner of a dog and snake, Amelia had assumed this wasn’t an option for her until learning all it required was disclosure of the animals on the product label.
Because of the domestic kitchen model, Amelia makes high quality products in small batches while maintaining better work-life balance. She has more time to spend with her rescue pittie, Brade, ball python, Snakie, and husband, also a chef, while building this new small business.
about chef amelia lane
Amelia Lane is the founder and pastry chef behind Badelia’s Uncommon Confections, a small-batch food manufacturer specializing in charcuterie style desserts. Her work blends classic pastry technique with unexpected presentation, creating desserts that are both refined and playful.
With a background in professional kitchens and recipe development, Amelia is known for focusing on innovation and refinement. She approaches pastry with a systems-driven mindset, developing products that are as thoughtful in execution as they are in flavor.
Through Badelia’s, Amelia is building a brand centered on craftsmanship, curiosity, and the idea that a seemingly simple dessert can spark both excitement and conversation.
frequently
asked questions
Is chocolate salami a dessert or a snack?
Snackable, charcuterie style dessert
What is chocolate salami?
A no bake confection made by combining melted chocolate, butter, sugar, egg yolk, cookie crumbs, and nuts.
Where did the name Badelia’s come from?
A mischievous childhood nickname for one named Amelia.
Is Badelia's chocolate salami vegan?
Badelia's chocolate salami is not vegan; we use pasteurized egg yolks and butter for texture and flavor.
Does chocolate salami have meat in it?
No, actually, chocolate salami is traditionally a dessert, served like charcuterie either in a log format and sliced as served or presented as slices.
Does it need to be refrigerated?
Refrigeration is recommended for shorter lengths of time. Frozen for longer storage. Serve at room temperature, wrap and chill leftovers.
What should I do if my chocolate salami gets warm in transit?
Try to keep chocolate salami in a dry cool environment during transit. But if it does get warm, it may also get a bit soft. It can be eaten this way, however to slice it, keep it wrapped and freeze or refrigerate it until it is firm enough to slice.
Does chocolate salami contain raw egg?
Raw eggs, no. Pasteurized egg yolks, yes. Pasteurization cooks the egg yolks but allows them to stay liquid which adds richness to the texture and flavor.
What brand of chocolate does Badelia's use?
Currently, we are using Valrhona Chocolate. However, we are interested in working with Portland-made chocolate. *Wink Wink*
Does chocolate salami make a good gift?
Absolutely, barring allergies. Chocolate salami makes a perfect gift for most foodies because it's unusual AND delicious. It's also low pressure because it can be put in the freezer to save for later, nibbled on and put away, or shared on the spot.
Where can I find Badelia’s chocolate salami in person?
Pie Spot Bakery – SE Portland, OR
Meatstuff – SE Portland, OR
Bethany’s Table – NW Portland, OR
Charcuterie Me – Portland, OR
River Street Market – Enterprise, OR
Redfish Lake Lodge – Stanley, ID