Salted Caramel Truffles
These irresistible Salted Caramel Truffles are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, featuring rich dark chocolate and velvety caramel. Coated with cocoa powder or sprinkled with sea salt, these homemade truffles offer a melt-in-your-mouth indulgence for any occasion. Simple to make and completely customizable, these truffles will become your go-to treat for gifting or personal enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: About 20 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop, Freezing, Dipping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces dark chocolate, finely chopped
- Cocoa powder or crushed sea salt for coating
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula as the sugar begins to melt.
- Once the sugar is completely melted and turns a golden amber color, carefully add the butter and stir until melted.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring (the mixture will bubble vigorously). Allow to boil for a minute.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt and vanilla extract. Let the caramel cool completely.
- Once cooled, form the caramel into small balls and freeze them for about 2 hours until firm.
- Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave.
- Dip each caramel ball into the melted chocolate, then roll in cocoa powder or sprinkle with crushed sea salt.
- Let the truffles set on a parchment-lined tray in the refrigerator.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- For variations, try adding finely chopped nuts, flavored extracts, or a spicy twist.
- You can use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate for a sweeter coating.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1-2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
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