Recipe Tip: Caramel and Whiskey Truffles

Instructions

1. Step 1

   Slowly melt the sugar and water in a saucepan over low heat until the sugar has dissolved. Do not stir, but only swirl the pot.

2. Step 2

   Once golden brown, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the whipped cream and butter. The whipped cream and butter should have room temperature.

3. Step 3

   Let the sauce simmer on medium heat for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until it is nice and creamy. Pour into a glass and leave to cool.

4. Step 4

   Melt the chocolate and whipped cream slowly in a bowl over a saucepan with simmering water, stirring occasionally.

5. Step 5

   Make sure, the bowl is not in contact with the hot water.

6. Step 6

   Leave the melted chocolate to cool for 10 minutes and then stir in the caramel sauce and the whisky.

7. Step 7

   Pour the mixture into a shallow tray lined with foil, cover with cling film and chill for at least 4 hours. Take the chocolate-caramel mixture out of the fridge and form balls with a teaspoon. Roll the balls in the cocoa powder and leave to set in the fridge.

8. Step 8

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9. Step 9

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10. Step 10

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11. Step 11

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12. Step 12

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