Salted Caramel Cookie Truffles
Salted Caramel Cookie Truffles are the perfect bite-sized indulgence that combines a buttery cookie base with silky salted caramel, all wrapped in rich chocolate. These delightful treats are sure to impress at any gathering or cozy night in. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, they offer a gourmet experience right from your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: About 18 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing the counter and gathering all ingredients.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Gradually add the flour and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the cookie dough on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely.
- Make the salted caramel by combining heavy cream, sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Crumble the cooled cookies into fine pieces, mix with salted caramel sauce, shape into small balls, and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll truffles in melted chocolate and let set before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For variations, substitute chocolate with white or dark chocolate or add nuts for extra crunch. Infuse caramel with flavors like bourbon or almond extract for a unique twist.