Caramel Espresso Truffles
Luxurious chocolate truffles with espresso-infused caramel, made for chocolate lovers, coffee addicts, and anyone who deserves a sweet escape.
Ingredients
For the Ganache:
- 8 oz dark chocolate chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
For the Caramel:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp sea salt
For Coating:
- ¼ cup cocoa powder classic look
- ½ cup melted dark chocolate extra indulgence
- ¼ cup finely chopped nuts crunchy upgrade
Instructions
- Melt sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until golden brown.
- Stir in butter and heavy cream carefully (it might bubble aggressively).
- Add sea salt, mix well, and remove from heat.
- Pour hot caramel over chopped chocolate, letting it sit for a minute.
- Whisk until smooth, then add espresso powder and vanilla.
- Chill the mixture for at least an hour until firm enough to scoop.
- Scoop small portions and roll into bite-sized spheres.
- Coat in cocoa powder, melted chocolate, or nuts for extra flair.
- Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to set.
- Eat immediately or store in an airtight container (if they last that long).
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Truffle)
- Calories: ~90
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Truffle)
- Iron: 4%
- Magnesium: 3%
- Potassium: 2%
- Calcium: 1%
- Phosphorus: 2%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor.
- Let truffles sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before eating for a melt-in-your-mouth experience.
- Store in the fridge for up to two weeks (not that they’ll last that long).
- Want a boozy twist? Add 1 tbsp coffee liqueur to the ganache.