Description
Indulge in these luscious Salted Caramel Truffles, a perfect blend of rich caramel and smooth chocolate with a hint of sea salt. These no-bake treats are simple to prepare and make an elegant dessert or gift for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramel
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for garnish
Chocolate Ganache
- 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating
- Cocoa powder or melted chocolate, for coating
Instructions
- Make the Caramel: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar while stirring constantly until it turns a deep amber color. Immediately whisk in the butter until fully melted and combined. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup heavy cream while whisking—be careful, the mixture will bubble vigorously. Continue stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Let the caramel cool for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: Place the chopped chocolate in a heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the remaining 1/4 cup heavy cream until just simmering, then pour over the chocolate. Let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth. Add vanilla extract and the cooled salted caramel, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Chill the Mixture: Refrigerate the caramel chocolate mixture for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to scoop.
- Form the Truffles: Scoop out small portions of the chilled mixture and roll into balls using your hands.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll the truffles in cocoa powder or dip them in melted chocolate. Immediately sprinkle each with a tiny pinch of sea salt before the coating sets.
- Chill Before Serving: Place the coated truffles in the refrigerator until firm and ready to serve.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
- Truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For longer storage, freeze the truffles and thaw before serving.
- Handle the caramel carefully as it can be very hot and may bubble vigorously when cream is added.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
