Description
Mouthwatering Cherry Caramel Extract Balls are a delightful treat that combines the rich, buttery flavor of caramel with the tart sweetness of cherries. Each bite offers a chewy texture that melts in your mouth, leaving a lingering taste of fruity goodness and a hint of vanilla.
Ingredients
- Cherries: 1 cup, pitted and chopped
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick), cubed
- Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Cherry Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Powdered Sugar: for dusting
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, butter, and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and turns a golden color.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cherry extract, and salt until well combined.
- Add the chopped cherries to the caramel mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then use a spoon to scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
- Dust the balls with powdered sugar and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet to set for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
- Make-ahead: These balls can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Substitutions: Use almond extract instead of cherry extract for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 30 milligrams
- Fat: 6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
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