Chocolate Butter Creams

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Servings: 2 cups Difficulty: Advanced
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Rich fondant candies coated in chocolate with a walnut garnish
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This British dip features Teaspoonful of vanilla, , A pound of Baker’s “Dot” Chocolate., âÂÂ1/2 cups of sugar, . It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

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Chocolate Butter Creams

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 cups Calories: 245

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This British dip features Teaspoonful of vanilla, , A pound of Baker's "Dot" Chocolate., âÂÂ1/2 cups of sugar, . It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A reliable recipe that works well for everyday cooking. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine the sugar, water, glucose, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir until the sugar is melted, then cook to the soft-ball stage, or 236°F (113°C).
  3. Pour the syrup onto a damp marble slab and let it stand undisturbed until cold.
  4. Turn the mixture to a cream, then gather it into a compact mass.
  5. Cover with a bowl and let stand for thirty minutes.
  6. Knead the cream well.
  7. Place the cream in a double boiler over hot water.
  8. Add the vanilla and stir until the mixture becomes warm and thin.
  9. Add a tablespoon or two of water if necessary to achieve the right consistency.
  10. Fill a low pan with cornstarch and smooth the top.
  11. Press molds (or a thimble/wooden stopper) into the cornstarch to create impressions.
  12. Drop the cream mixture into the starch impressions using two teaspoons.
  13. Let the candies cool until solid.
  14. Pick the candies from the starch and brush off any excess cornstarch.
  15. Melt the Baker's "Dot" Chocolate over hot water.
  16. Dip each candy piece into the melted chocolate.
  17. As each piece is coated, place a half walnut on top.
  18. Drop the coated candies onto an oil cloth to set.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 245kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.5g23%
Saturated Fat 9.2g46%
Cholesterol 38mg13%
Sodium 15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g9%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 21.0g
Protein 1.8g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, candy, british, fondant, butter, glucose, vanilla, walnut, dot chocolate, boiling, dessert, confectionery
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