Description
Salted caramel chocolate pillows deliver a luxurious dessert experience that blends rich chocolate with silky caramel. Gooey centers and crisp edges create a perfect balance, inviting you to savor each indulgent bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 refrigerated pie crust, thawed
- 14 Hershey Kisses (any flavor)
Binding and Wash Ingredients:
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
Toppings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 small jar Mrs. Richardson’s Caramel Topping
- Mediterranean sea salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips, melted
- ½ cup nuts, finely chopped
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Granulated sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a cozy 350°F (175°C), creating the perfect environment for baking these delectable morsels.
- Create a non-stick surface by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coating with cooking spray.
- Gently unfurl the thawed pie crust onto a lightly dusted work surface, preparing for delicate shaping.
- Craft circular dough pieces measuring 2 1/2 inches using a sharp knife, precisely shaped biscuit cutter, or a clean drinking glass.
- Position a single Hershey Kiss precisely in the center of each dough circle, setting the stage for a sweet surprise.
- Elegantly fold one side of the dough over the chocolate kiss, then gracefully layer the opposite side, creating an artistic crisscross pattern.
- Meticulously seal the edges by pressing firmly, ensuring the chocolate remains securely nestled within its delicate pastry cocoon.
- Collect and re-roll any remaining dough scraps, transforming every bit into additional pillowy delights.
- Gently coat each pillow with a silky egg wash, then dust with either sparkling granulated sugar or a delicate sprinkle of Mediterranean Sea Salt.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the pillows to transform into golden-brown treasures over 15-20 minutes.
- Carefully extract the baked treats, permitting them a brief 5-minute rest before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Finish with an artistic drizzle of Mrs. Richardson’s Caramel Topping and a final whisper of Mediterranean Sea Salt.
- Present these luxurious morsels and savor the moment of culinary creation.
Notes
- Store these delightful pillows in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain their crispy texture and rich flavor.
- Select high-quality Hershey Kisses for the best melting experience and chocolate intensity inside each pillow.
- Ensure pie crust is completely thawed but still cold for easier handling and cleaner cutting of dough circles.
- Experiment with different chocolate varieties like dark, milk, or caramel-filled Kisses to create unique flavor combinations.
- Use a fork to create decorative edges when sealing the dough, which helps prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- Mediterranean Sea Salt adds a sophisticated gourmet touch, balancing the sweetness of caramel and chocolate perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg