Description
Irresistible salted caramel truffles blend rich chocolate with silky caramel for a luxurious dessert experience. Chocolate lovers will savor these elegant treats that promise pure indulgence in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) granulated sugar
- 6 tbsps (85 g) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream
- 10 oz (283 g) semi-sweet chocolate
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) sea salt
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Caramel Formation: Melt sugar in a medium saucepan, stirring constantly until it transforms into a rich amber liquid. Carefully add butter, blending until smooth, then gradually stream in heavy cream. Simmer the mixture for approximately 12 minutes, developing a luxurious consistency.
- Flavor Infusion: Remove caramel from heat and incorporate sea salt. Cool the mixture for 30 minutes until it reaches a workable texture, allowing flavors to meld and stabilize.
- Truffle Shaping: Craft uniform caramel spheres using a teaspoon or cookie scoop. Roll into smooth balls and place on a parchment-lined tray. Freeze for 20-30 minutes to solidify the centers.
- Chocolate Coating: Melt chocolate with coconut oil using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Carefully dip each caramel ball into the molten chocolate, ensuring complete coverage. Tap gently to remove excess chocolate.
- Finishing Touch: While chocolate remains glossy, sprinkle a delicate pinch of flaky sea salt on each truffle. Allow to set at room temperature or refrigerate to expedite hardening, creating a sophisticated salted caramel treat.
Notes
- Monitor Sugar Caramelization: Watch carefully during sugar heating to prevent burning, as caramel can quickly transform from golden to bitter and burnt.
- Control Temperature Precision: Use a candy thermometer to ensure caramel reaches the ideal 338-350°F range for perfect consistency and rich flavor development.
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Prevent water from contaminating caramel during preparation, as even a small droplet can cause sugar to crystallize and separate.
- Optimize Chocolate Coating Technique: Maintain chocolate at a consistent 86-90°F for smooth, glossy coating that creates a professional-looking finish without streaks or bloom.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 23
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg