Recipe for 10-12 servings
Rich, buttery salted caramel swirled onto the plate, crowned with a velvety Glacio Palet Caramel. Crunchy pecan crumble adds depth, while golden berries, edible violets, and a delicate caramel shard finish this elegant composition. A touch of gold leaf adds a final note of indulgence, each bite a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty delight.
The cream, butter and sea salt are gently heated together until just below boiling. In a separate pan, the sugar and water are brought to a boil. From this point on, the caramel is not stirred; any sugar crystals forming on the sides of the pan are brushed down using a pastry brush dipped in cold water. If the caramel colours unevenly, the pan may be gently swirled. Once a deep golden caramel is achieved, the hot cream mixture is carefully added. The sauce is cooked while stirring to a temperature of 108°C and held for 1 minute. Remove from the heat, allow to cool slightly, then transfer to a piping bag.
The milk chocolate is melted au bain-marie. The biscuits are blended to a crumb, then the pecans and dates are added and processed again. The crumb mixture is transferred to a bowl and mixed with the melted chocolate and salt until evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto a silicone mat or baking paper and flatten evenly. Chill until set. Once firm, break into pieces and pulse again in the food processor to obtain a coarse crumble.
The sugar is melted in a saucepan to a dry caramel. Any sugar splashes on the sides of the pan are dissolved using a brush dipped in cold water. The pan may be gently swirled to ensure even colouring; the caramel should never be stirred with a spoon. Once an even amber colour is reached, remove from the heat. To test, drip small amounts of caramel into cold water; if the drops harden instantly, the caramel is ready. Lightly spray baking paper with baking spray and spoon the caramel onto it in free-form decorative shapes. Allow to cool completely, then carefully remove and reserve for use.