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Grand Opera Creams

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This International dessert features Sugar, Salt, Light cream, Butter, Light corn syrup. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. 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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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 24
Calories: 1043.8
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This International dessert features Sugar, Salt, Light cream, Butter, Light corn syrup. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, sweet, indulgent flavor. A wonderful way to end any meal, especially on special occasions. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 2 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Light cream
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Light corn syrup
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 2 ounce Semisweet chocolate
  • 2 teaspoon Solid vegetable shortening
Directions
  1. 1
    Combine sugar, salt, cream, butter, and corn syrup in a heavy 2 1/2-quart saucepan.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  3. 3
    Cook at a gentle
  4. 4
    boil , stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches 238 degrees F (114&# 194;°C) on the candy thermometer (soft ball stage).
  5. 5
    Remove from heat and cool, without stirring, until mixture is 110 degrees F.
  6. 6
    Add vanilla and beat vigorously until candy is thick and loses its gloss.
  7. 7
    Quickly drop by teaspoonfuls into mounds on waxed paper.
  8. 8
    If the candy gets too stiff and dry before this is completed,
  9. 9
    knead each dropped candy between fingers or
  10. 10
    roll between the palms of the hands.
  11. 11
    It will soften and become more attractive.
  12. 12
    Let candy stand until firm to the touch.
  13. 13
    Meanwhile, melt chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water.
  14. 14
    Stir in vegetable shortening.
  15. 15
    Spoon a small amount of chocolate glaze over each cream.
  16. 16
    Let stand until set.
  17. 17
    Wrap in plastic and store in refrigerator.
  18. 18
    Makes about 24 candies

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1043.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.2g70%
Saturated Fat 26.9g135%
Cholesterol 82.1mg28%
Sodium 1286.3mg54%
Total Carbohydrate 157.7g53%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g25%
Sugars 147.1g
Protein 4.1g9%

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

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