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I wanted to see if I could replicate my favorite brown sugar bon bon to share as a holiday treat and the result was a perfect Copycat See's Bordeaux!
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Copycat See's Bordeaux

I wanted to see if I could replicate my favorite brown sugar bon bon to share as a holiday treat and the result was a perfect Copycat See's Bordeaux!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 30 bon bons

Equipment

Ingredients

Inside filling:

  • 1 cup golden brown sugar packed, C&H brand recommended, other brands may result in a more grainy texture
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee (finely ground) Optional, See's Bordeaux does not have coffee, but I liked the flavor it added (I used Starbucks Via)
  • pinch salt
  • 2 cups sifted powdered sugar

Outer chocolate coating:

  • 12 ounces dark chocolate
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  • Using a heavy bottom saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar together over medium high heat and bring to boil. Allow to boil for about two minutes.
  • Stir in cream, instant coffee (if using), and salt and allow to come to a boil again for about 30 seconds while stirring constantly to avoid scorching. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Add sifted powdered sugar to mixture and stir in well until a consistent dough is formed. Chill until mixture holds shape similar to play dough, about 2 hours.
  • Roll sugar dough into 1-inch balls and set on a wax paper lined sheet. Freeze for about 10 minutes for easier dipping.
  • Melt chocolate and butter at 50% power in 1 minute increments in microwave, stirring after each minute, until melted.
  • Dip candy balls into melted chocolate and allow to set on the wax paper. Either sprinkle with chocolate cake sprinkles or pipe a very thin stream of chocolate on top, if desired.
  • Store in airtight container.

Notes

Notes: updated recipe to make coffee optional

Nutrition

Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1.4mg