Description
Salted caramel truffles are a heavenly blend of rich dark chocolate and creamy salted caramel, offering an irresistible balance of sweet and salty flavors. These bite-sized delights are perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in. Easy to make and customizable with various toppings, they promise to captivate your taste buds and become a favorite indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dark chocolate (60% cocoa or higher)
- 1/2 cup full-fat coconut cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter (room temperature)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar with enough water (about 2 tbsp) to moisten. Cook until the mixture turns amber, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the coconut cream until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix in the butter and sea salt, let cool slightly, then chill in the fridge for about an hour.
- Melt the dark chocolate using a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
- Scoop chilled caramel into tablespoon-sized balls and roll them between your hands. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate to coat thoroughly.
- Place truffles on parchment paper; sprinkle with extra sea salt before they set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg