For the Peach Ginger Caramel: |
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2 oz. The Perfect Purée Peach Ginger blend, thawed |
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9 oz. sugar |
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6 oz. cream |
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2 oz. invert sugar |
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3 oz. butter, chilled or frozen |
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1/2 tsp. vanilla extract |
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Pinch of salt |
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Candied ginger, cut into small squares |
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Method for the Peach Ginger Caramel: |
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In a heavy saucepan, melt sugar. |
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With hot water, brush the sides of the pan, twice. |
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In a separate saucepan, combine cream, invert sugar, and Peach Ginger blend. Heat to a gentle simmer. |
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When sugar is golden, remove from heat. |
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Slowly add the heated cream to the melted sugar. Sugar may sputter, so be careful. |
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Place back on low heat and add in butter, stirring gently until melted. |
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Stir in vanilla and pinch of salt. |
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Cool. |
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Create Confections: |
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Airbrush or paint polycarbonate molds. |
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Create thin shells and allow to set. |
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Place candied ginger in each cavity. |
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Fill each cavity with caramel. |
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Allow caramels to sit overnight in a cool area to form a skin. |
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Top off the caramels with tempered chocolate and let it set. |