Sea Salt Caramel Truffles

Sea salt caramel truffles are a confection made with a chocolate shell filled with a soft, chewy caramel that is flavored with sea salt. The caramel is typically made by cooking sugar, butter, and cream, then adding sea salt for a salty-sweet contrast. The mixture is then cooled and shaped into balls before being enrobed in chocolate.

Caramel is a common flavoring and sweetening agent in a wide variety of desserts and candies. It is used to add a rich, buttery, and sweet flavor profile, as well as a chewy or creamy texture. You can find it in ice cream, chocolates, baked goods, and sauces.

Caramel itself is primarily sugar and fat, providing calories and sweetness. The FDA considers caramel color (a common form of caramel) to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as a food additive. JECFA has evaluated caramel colors and established acceptable daily intakes. While generally safe in moderation, high intake of added sugars can contribute to health issues like weight gain and dental problems.