Description
Delicious Bear Paws are a delightful treat featuring rich caramel mixed with salted cashews, coated in smooth dark chocolate, and garnished with whole cashews to mimic bear claws. Perfect as an indulgent snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Caramel Mixture
- 16 oz. bag Kraft caramel candies
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups salted cashews, chopped
Chocolate Coating
- 16 oz. dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup whole salted cashews, for claws
Instructions
- Melt the caramel mixture: In a pot over medium-low heat, slowly melt the caramel candies together with salt, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract, stirring continuously until smooth and well combined.
- Combine with chopped cashews: Stir the chopped salted cashews into the melted caramel mixture until fully incorporated, then immediately remove the pot from heat to prevent overcooking.
- Shape the caramel mounds: Using large tablespoons, dollop the caramel and cashew mixture onto a silicone-lined sheet tray, spacing each mound apart to set.
- Melt and temper the chocolate: Melt the dark chocolate chips in a double boiler and carefully temper the chocolate, bringing it to a temperature between 88 and 90°F for a smooth, glossy finish.
- Dip caramel mounds in chocolate: Dip each set caramel mound into the tempered chocolate, coating it completely, then place them back on the silicone-lined tray.
- Add the bear claws: Press four whole salted cashews onto each chocolate-covered mound to create the bear claw effect.
- Set and serve: Allow the chocolate to fully set by letting the tray sit at room temperature or placing it in the refrigerator until firm before enjoying.
Notes
- Use a silicone-lined tray to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Tempering the chocolate ensures a shiny finish and prevents bloom or dullness.
- You can substitute dark chocolate chips with milk chocolate if you prefer a sweeter taste.
- Store finished Bear Paws in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
