Description
Salted Caramel Truffles are a decadent treat that perfectly balance the richness of dark chocolate with the sweetness of gooey salted caramel. These bite-sized delights are incredibly easy to make, making them ideal for any occasion—whether you’re hosting a gathering or indulging on your own. Each truffle offers a delightful crunch followed by an explosion of flavor, all topped off with a sprinkle of sea salt for that perfect sweet and salty finish. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this irresistible homemade confection!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp sea salt (plus more for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ganache: Chop dark chocolate and place it in a bowl. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering, then pour over chocolate. Let sit for 5 minutes, stir until smooth.
- Make the Caramel: In another saucepan, combine sugar with a splash of water over medium heat. Stir until dissolved; cook without stirring until amber (5–7 minutes). Remove from heat; stir in butter until melted.
- Mix: Allow caramel to cool slightly, then fold into the ganache until combined.
- Chill: Pour mixture into an airtight container; refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
- Shape: Scoop out portions and roll into balls using your hands. Roll in cocoa powder or crushed nuts if desired.
- Finish: Place truffles on parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg