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    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups

    Dec 14, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    These salted caramel chocolate cups are an absolute dream! A small treat that is easy to prepare and tastes irresistibly delicious.

    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups

    I can’t get enough of those mini caramel cups, and I think they are the perfect sweet snack! Dark chocolate filled with caramel and a pinch of sea salt flakes = what a wonderful combination.

    The sweet caramel enhances the bittersweet taste of dark chocolate. Simultaneously, the sea salt flakes provide a slightly salty taste and thus make for a taste explosion in your mouth. 

    half of a caramel cup

    If you store the caramel cups in the refrigerator, the chocolate has a firm bite, which tastes incredibly delicious together with the soft caramel filling. Seconds later, your mouth is filled with a thick liquid, melting, and luscious mass of sublime aromas.

    Do you prefer your chocolate at room temperature? Let them sit for 30 minutes at room temperature before devouring.

    These caramel chocolates cups are:

    • Not too sweet
    • Small (perfect portion)
    • Gluten-free
    • Dairy-Free
    • Vegan
    • Easy to Make

    Honestly, I can’t get enough of these vegan salted caramel chocolate cups! This recipe is a winner if you love both caramel and chocolate – definitely give them a try.

    I especially like that they can be frozen for up to 3 months (preferably in a freezer bag) and can be enjoyed directly out of the freezer (let them sit for 10 minutes at room temperature) whenever you are craving a mini sweet treat!

    Furthermore, they make a lovely gift from the kitchen! 

    a staple chocolate cups filled with salted caramel

    How To Make Caramel Chocolate Cups

    Read through this visual step-by-step guide with lots of extra tips!

    The exact quantities and everything else you need to know for the recipe can be found in the recipe card below.

    Caramel

    • Melt the sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, occasionally stirring, until fully melted and golden brown.
    • Stir in butter until melted and combined. → It will splash, be careful. If the fat from the butter separates, increase the heat and stir until combined. It will combine eventually, just keep stirring.
    • Slowly pour in dairy-free cream. → It will splash again, be careful.
    • Cook while constantly stirring for a few minutes. Stir in sea salt, pour it into a glass jar, and allow to cool completely before using. → Caramel thickens as it cools. I prefer to prepare the caramel the day before and store it in the fridge.
    Salted Caramel Recipe Step 1-4

    Chocolate Caramel Cups

    • Melt the chocolate in the microwave or over a water bath. Brush each paper cup with it (using a basting brush), and place for 5 minutes in the freezer. → Place them on a plate for an easier transfer.
    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups Recipe Step-1-2
    • Brush them with a second coat of chocolate, and place them for another 5 minutes in the freezer.
    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups Recipe Step 3
    • Fill each cup with one teaspoon of caramel and top it with one teaspoon of chocolate.
    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups Recipe Step-4-5
    • Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and freeze for at least another 10 minutes.
    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups Recipe Step-7
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can eat them straight out of the fridge!
    chocolate caramel cup with salt

    Recipe FAQ & Tips

    How long does it stay fresh? Up to one week in the refrigerator or up to 3 months if stored in the freezer.

    The caramel might seem too liquid at first but should solidify once cold. I recommend preparing the caramel one day in advance and storing it in the fridge.

    A note on dairy-free cream: Dairy-free cream is sometimes not as heat-resistant as regular heavy cream. Therefore, I recommend using a dairy-free cream which is suitable for cooking.

    Non-vegan version? If you don’t have dairy-free butter and cream at hand, swap the ingredients 1:1 with its dairy counterpart (regular butter & heavy cream).

    stapled chocolate caramel cups

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    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups

    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups

    Aline Cueni
    These salted caramel chocolate cups are an absolute dream! A small treat that is easy to prepare and tastes irresistibly delicious.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 50 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Sweets
    Cuisine Vegan
    Servings 20 Cups
    Calories 98 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    Caramel

    • ½ cup (100 g) white sugar
    • 3 tbsp (45 g) vegan butter Vegetarian: butter
    • 3 tbsp (45 ml) dairy-free heavy cream Vegetarian: heavy-cream
    • a pinch of sea salt

    Chocolate Caramel Cups

    • 1 ⅛ cup (200 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • 20 mini baking paper cups ~ 1.4 inch | 3.5 cm
    • sea salt flakes

    Instructions
     

    Caramel

    • Melt the sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fully melted and golden brown.
    • Stir in butter until melted and combined. → It will splash, be careful. If the fat from the butter separates, increase the heat and stir until combined. It will combine eventually, just keep stirring.
    • Slowly pour in dairy-free cream. → It will splash again, be careful.
    • Cook while constantly stirring for a few minutes. Stir in sea salt, pour it into a glass jar, and allow to cool completely before using. → Caramel thickens as it cools. I prefer to prepare the caramel the day before and store it in the fridge.

    Chocolate Caramel Cups

    • Melt the chocolate in the microwave or over a water bath. Brush each paper cup with it (using a basting brush), and place for 5 minutes in the freezer. → Place them on a plate for an easier transfer.
    • Brush them with a second coat of chocolate, and place for another 5 minutes in the freezer.
    • Fill each cup with one teaspoon of caramel and top it with one teaspoon of chocolate. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt and freeze for at least another 10 minutes.
    • Store in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can eat them straight out of the fridge!

    Notes

    Makes about 20 caramel cups, depending on how large your paper cups are.
    You will eventually end up with some leftover caramel sauce, which you can either use to make even more chocolate caramel cups or to drizzle over your Latte Macchiato. → I don’t recommend making a smaller batch of caramel, simply because it’s easier to make with a larger amount of ingredients. I often double the recipe and use it for other stuff.
    I recommend using a dairy-free heavy cream which is suitable for cooking.
    Non-vegan version? If you don’t have dairy-free butter and cream at hand, swap the ingredients 1:1 with its dairy counterpart (regular butter & heavy cream).

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    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Salted Caramel Chocolate Cups
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 98 Calories from Fat 54
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 6g9%
    Saturated Fat 3g19%
    Cholesterol 4mg1%
    Sodium 15mg1%
    Potassium 57mg2%
    Carbohydrates 10g3%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 9g10%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 118IU2%
    Calcium 8mg1%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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