Caramel decoration

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Caramelized hazelnuts - How to caramelize whole roasted and peeled hazelnuts and use them as fancy decoration on any dessert.

Caramel decorations for deserts are fairly easy to make, and they add a level of sophistication to any dessert!

Spun sugar is a quick technique that you can add to homemade creations or even to make storebought desserts more impressive. Traditionally it's used to cover a croquembouche.

We made and used these stunning golden Caramel Spirals to adorn our Chocolate Caramel Mille Crepes Cake, but they can be used to decorate any cake recipe. Before you start making the caramel, look through your kitchen for tools on which to create the caramel spirals. You may use the stainless steel handle of a whisk and/or a knife sharpening steel. The handle needs to be uniformly thick, and cannot flare out at the end, or you won't be able to remove the curls without breaking them. It looks…

Caramel swirl on top of White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cupcakes. More at www.duhlicious.com

Candied hazelnuts are a stunning garnish to any dessert. A quick and easy tutorial on how to make these stunning candied hazelnuts.

Caramel swirl on top of White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cupcakes. More at www.duhlicious.com

These caramel tuiles are a bit non-traditional. They are not a cracker, but toffee candy melted into a flat lace structure. They do not have a crisp texture as a cookie tuile would, but will soften in your mouth to suck on like a caramel candy. They are a suitable garnish for ice cream and plated desserts.

Decorate your cupcakes like a pro with these quick and easy tips!