Description
Salted Caramel Truffles are a luxurious treat that combines a rich chocolate shell with a gooey salted caramel center. These delightful confections offer the perfect balance of sweet and salty, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply indulging yourself, these truffles are easy to prepare and can be customized with various toppings for a personal touch.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz dark chocolate (60% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until golden brown while stirring continuously. Add heavy cream and butter, mixing until smooth.
- Remove from heat, stir in sea salt, and cool the mixture in the fridge until thickened.
- Finely chop dark chocolate and place it in a bowl. Heat heavy cream until steaming, pour it over the chocolate, let sit for one minute, then stir until glossy.
- Scoop cooled caramel into small balls and freeze briefly to firm up.
- Dip each ball in ganache, allowing excess to drip off, then roll in cocoa powder.
- Set on parchment paper to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor.- Add crushed nuts or flavor extracts like vanilla or espresso for variations.- Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.