Name: Caramel-Dark Chocolate Truffles with Fleur de Sel
Yield: Makes about 32
Ingredients: 20 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped, divided; 1/3 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons water; 2/3 cup whipping cream; 1/4 teaspoon fleur de sel; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; Additional fleur de sel

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Caramel-Dark Chocolate Truffles with Fleur de SelMark Thomas

Salt and caramel are longstanding companions, but many chefs are playing with the balance to heighten intensity. Begin making these treats one day ahead to allow time for chilling.

Test-kitchen tip:

Submerge the bulb of a candy thermometer or the sensor on the stem of an instant-read thermometer in the chocolate for an accurate reading.

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