Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup of salted caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup of bourbon
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
Special equipment needed:
- Food processor
- Mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until they turn into fine crumbs.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, salted caramel sauce, bourbon, melted butter, and sea salt. Mix until well combined.
3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Chill the balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. In a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil until smooth.
6. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate mixture and place them back on the parchment paper.
7. Sprinkle sea salt on top of each ball.
8. Chill the balls in the refrigerator until the chocolate has hardened.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Total time: 45 minutes
Temperature:
- Refrigerator temperature
Serving size:
- Makes about 24 balls
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 90mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 14g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 11g
- Protein: 1g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Graham cracker crumbs: You can use crushed digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers instead.
- Salted caramel sauce: You can use regular caramel sauce and add a pinch of sea salt.
- Bourbon: You can use whiskey or rum instead.
- Dark chocolate chips: You can use milk chocolate or white chocolate chips instead.
- Coconut oil: You can use vegetable oil or butter instead.
Variations:
- Add chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, to the mixture for extra crunch.
- Roll the balls in cocoa powder or powdered sugar instead of dipping them in chocolate.
- Use different types of alcohol, such as rum or brandy, for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a cookie scoop to make evenly sized balls.
- Chill the mixture before rolling it into balls to make it easier to handle.
- Use a toothpick to dip the balls into the melted chocolate for easier handling.
- Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
- Store the balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- Serve the balls chilled.
Presentation ideas:
- Arrange the balls on a platter and sprinkle sea salt on top.
- Serve the balls in mini cupcake liners.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle sea salt on top of each ball.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of bourbon or whiskey.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a cheese platter or charcuterie board.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too sticky, add more graham cracker crumbs.
- If the chocolate is too thick, add more coconut oil.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs in the salted caramel sauce to avoid the risk of salmonella.
- Store the balls in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
- Bourbon balls are a traditional Southern dessert that originated in Kentucky.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, salty, and boozy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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