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Chocolate Caramel Truffles Recipe

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These Chocolate Caramel Truffles combine creamy caramel with smooth milk chocolate, coated in a crisp chocolate candy shell and optionally topped with a sprinkle of flaked sea salt. Perfect as an indulgent treat, these truffles have a luscious texture and rich flavor, ideal for gifting or enjoying at home.

Ingredients

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Caramel Filling

  • 28 caramels (unwrapped)
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Chocolate Coating

  • 12 ounces chocolate candy melts or almond bark
  • Flaked sea salt (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line a square 8 x 8 inch pan with foil, leaving excess over the sides to make removing the caramel easier after chilling.
  2. Combine caramel mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, add the unwrapped caramels, milk chocolate chips, and heavy whipping cream.
  3. Microwave melting: Heat the mixture in the microwave for 1 minute, then stir. Continue heating in 10-15 second increments, stirring after each, until the caramels and chocolate chips are almost melted.
  4. Smooth and spread: Remove from microwave and stir thoroughly until smooth. Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Chill mixture: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour or until firm.
  6. Prepare for shaping: Cover two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside for placing the truffles.
  7. Remove caramel slab: Lift the chilled caramel mixture from the pan using the foil overhang and transfer it to a cutting board.
  8. Cut into pieces: Using a sharp knife, cut the caramel slab into 30 equal pieces.
  9. Form truffle balls: Roll each piece between your palms into smooth balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Chill truffles: Return the truffles to the refrigerator and chill for another hour until firm.
  11. Melt coating chocolate: Place the chocolate candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Stir and continue heating in 10-15 second increments until almost melted.
  12. Smooth coating: Remove from microwave and stir until the coating chocolate is completely smooth and creamy.
  13. Dip the truffles: Work with 4 or 5 truffles at a time, keeping the others refrigerated. Using two forks, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off before transferring it onto the second prepared baking sheet.
  14. Add garnish: Immediately sprinkle flaked sea salt on the coated truffles if using.
  15. Final chill: Once all truffles are coated, return them to the refrigerator to chill until the chocolate coating is firm.
  16. Storage and serving: Transfer the truffles to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 weeks. Serve truffles at room temperature for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use good quality caramels and chocolate for the best flavor and texture.
  • Be gentle while rolling to avoid melting the caramel with your hands.
  • If truffles soften while coating, return them to the refrigerator quickly to firm up.
  • Flaked sea salt is optional but adds a lovely contrast to the sweetness.
  • Store truffles chilled but serve slightly warmed to fully enjoy the creamy center.

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