Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Truffles
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
Salted caramel truffles, boasting a rich, chewy caramel center enrobed in smooth chocolate. The perfect balance of sweet and salty makes these a delightful treat for any occasion.
At a glance: This medium desserts recipe yields 4 servings in about 45 minutes (20 min prep, 25 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including granulated sugar, water, full-fat coconut milk — and walks through 6 steps. Updated . Browse more desserts recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Truffles: When preparing this desserts recipe, exercise extreme caution with all packaged ingredients. Ensure that items like chocolate chips and vegan butter are certified gluten-free and processed in a gluten-free facility to prevent cross-contamination. Even trace amounts of gluten can be problematic for those with celiac disease In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Salted Caramel Truffles: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on pure ingredients. Always ensure your chocolate chips and any other processed ingredients are certified gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 4 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1.5 cups vegan chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Continue to cook without stirring, swirling the pan occasionally, until the mixture turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- 2
Once the caramel reaches the desired amber hue, carefully whisk in the full-fat coconut milk and vegan butter. The mixture will bubble vigorously; continue whisking until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in the sea salt until evenly distributed.
- 3
Pour the hot caramel mixture into a heatproof bowl. Allow it to cool at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, or until it has thickened slightly and is cool enough to handle. This cooling period is crucial for achieving the right truffle consistency.
- 4
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Once the caramel has cooled and thickened, use a small spoon or a cookie scoop to portion out small amounts of the caramel. Roll each portion into a ball with your hands, working quickly to prevent the caramel from becoming too sticky. Place the caramel balls onto the prepared baking sheet.
- 5
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the vegan chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth, about 1-2 minutes total. Dip each caramel ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it's fully coated. Return the coated truffles to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 6
Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 10-15 minutes. Once the chocolate coating is firm, the gluten-free salted caramel truffles are ready to be enjoyed or stored.
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Tips & Notes
- Softened butter should hold a fingerprint but not be greasy — if it melts on touch, it's too warm for creaming.
- Any plant-based milk works here — oat milk (certified GF) gives the richest mouthfeel; almond milk keeps it lighter.
- Coconut milk separates in the can — stir or shake well before using.
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