Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Salted Caramel and Toasted Pecan Truffles, a delectable confection that combines the richness of chocolate with the sweet and salty notes of caramel and the nutty crunch of pecans. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a special gathering or a quiet moment of self-indulgence. Our curated collection of recipes offers three variations of this classic truffle, each with its own unique twist. Dive into the classic Salted Caramel Truffle recipe, where the creamy ganache filling is enveloped in a dark chocolate shell and sprinkled with a touch of sea salt. Experience the nutty delight of the Toasted Pecan Truffle, where caramelized pecans add a delightful crunch to the ganache, coated in a velvety milk chocolate shell. For a touch of elegance, try the White Chocolate Truffle, where the ganache is made with white chocolate and infused with a hint of vanilla, then coated in a smooth white chocolate shell. No matter your preference, these Salted Caramel and Toasted Pecan Truffles are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
SEA SALT-ROASTED PECANS
An easy Sea Salt-Roasted Pecans recipe
Provided by Elizabeth Falkner
Categories Nut Bake Cocktail Party Super Bowl Quick & Easy Pecan Fall Winter Shower Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Toss pecans and melted butter in medium bowl to coat. Add sea salt and toss. Spread pecans in single layer on rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake until fragrant and slightly darkened in color, about 15 minutes. Cool pecans on baking sheet.
CHOCOLATE CARAMEL TRUFFLES
Categories Milk/Cream Chocolate Dessert Wheat/Gluten-Free Winter Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 30 truffles
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a dry heavy saucepan (about 3 1/2 quarts) cook sugar over moderate heat, stirring with a fork until melted, and swirl pan until sugar is a golden caramel. Remove pan from heat and add cream carefully (mixture will bubble up). Return pan to heat and simmer, stirring, until caramel is dissolved.
- Remove pan from heat and add chocolate, salt, and vanilla. Let mixture stand 5 minutes and stir until chocolate is melted. Transfer mixture to a bowl and cool, uncovered. Chill mixture, covered, 2 hours, or until firm.
- Coat truffles:
- Scoop out truffle mixture with a spoon and form into 1-inch balls. Roll truffles in 1/2 cup cocoa powder or coat with 1 cup pecans, pressing nuts slightly to adhere. (Alternatively, roll half of truffles in 1/4 cup cocoa powder and coat remaining truffles with 1/2 cup pecans.) Chill truffles on a tray lined with wax paper until firm, about 1 hour. Truffles keep in an airtight container, chilled, 2 weeks.
Tips:
- Use a high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70% is ideal.
- Make sure the cream is cold before whipping it. This will help it to whip up quickly and smoothly.
- Don't over-whip the cream. Over-whipping will cause it to become grainy.
- Add the caramel and pecans to the chocolate mixture just until they are combined. Over-mixing will cause the truffles to become too soft.
- Chill the truffles for at least 30 minutes before coating them in chocolate. This will help them to set properly.
- Use a double boiler to melt the chocolate for coating the truffles. This will help to prevent the chocolate from burning.
- Work quickly when coating the truffles in chocolate. The chocolate will start to set quickly, so you need to work quickly to get them all coated.
- Place the coated truffles on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and refrigerate them until the chocolate is set.
Conclusion:
Salted caramel and toasted pecan truffles are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great gift idea. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these decadent truffles that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give these salted caramel and toasted pecan truffles a try. You won't be disappointed!
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