Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of rich dark chocolate, zesty orange, and smooth caramel with these Dark Chocolate Orange Caramel Bites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) high-quality dark chocolate (70%)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup heavy cream (warm)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsp orange juice (fresh)
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup orange juice (strained) (for gelée topping)
- 2 tbsp sugar (for gelée topping)
- 1 tsp gelatin powder (or agar-agar for vegetarian option)
- Extra sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Melt dark chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short bursts.
- Brush or spoon a thin layer into silicone molds, ensuring sides are coated.
- Chill for 10 minutes, then repeat with a second coat for sturdiness.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar and water over medium heat. Cook without stirring until amber-colored.
- Slowly whisk in warm cream (be careful, it will bubble).
- Stir in butter, orange zest, orange juice, and salt.
- Let cool slightly until thick but pourable.
- Spoon cooled caramel into chocolate shells, leaving space at the top.
- Cover with melted chocolate to seal. Chill until set.
- Heat orange juice and sugar until dissolved.
- Stir in gelatin until smooth. Pour into a shallow dish and refrigerate until firm.
- Cut into small rounds, roll in sugar, and place one on each bite.
- Unmold chocolate bites and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the chocolate is tempered for a glossy finish.
- Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling and Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg