Milk chocolate with salted butter caramel. Dolfin's summer edition with a beach motif.
The caramel flavor in Dolfin's summer range is milk chocolate with salted butter caramel. Ten percent caramel, cooked with cream, salted butter, and Guérande salt, is added to 70 g of milk chocolate (at least 37 percent cocoa).
Red-and-white striped beach umbrellas stand close together on the wrapper, with people sitting in the sand between them. In the background, a surfer paddles out into the sea while a seagull flies past. Below the image are the words "Caramel au beurre salé". The bar represents sweet moments on the beach.
What the bar tastes like
The milk chocolate is mild and creamy, with notes of milk and vanilla. Small pieces of caramel are scattered throughout. They taste of burnt sugar and butter.
Guérande salt is used in both the caramel and the chocolate itself. It provides a salty contrast that balances the sweetness. The salt content is 0.4 g per 100 g—noticeable, but not overpowering.
Anyone expecting a low-sugar chocolate will be disappointed, as there are 52 g of sugar per 100 g. Because it contains milk and soy, it is not suitable for anyone with an allergy to either ingredient. It may also contain traces of nuts, gluten, sesame, and egg.
According to the ingredients list, the caramel also contains whole milk powder and a rapeseed-derived emulsifier. This keeps the mixture smooth. In the chocolate itself, soy lecithin, natural flavorings, and vanilla flavoring ensure a smooth melt.
Summer and winter editions compared
Dolfin offers the flavor twice: as a summer bar with a beach motif and as milk chocolate with salted butter caramel featuring ice skaters in the winter range. The recipe and nutritional values are almost identical.
There is one small difference in the ingredients list: the summer edition explicitly states Guérande salt, while the winter edition specifies sea salt. This has little effect on the taste. Simply choose the motif that best suits the season or occasion.
Which edition is available depends on the season. The summer bar is mainly available in shops during spring and summer, while the winter edition is available from autumn.
Ideas for enjoying the bar
The bar pairs particularly well with iced coffee or cold brew. The cool bitterness of the coffee provides a counterpoint to the caramel and milk.
The chocolate can be made into a milkshake for children and adults. Blend two bars with cold milk, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and a few ice cubes.
In summer, it also pairs well with grilled fruit. Place a few pieces on warm slices of peach or pineapple, and the chocolate will melt slightly.
A side note: Salted butter is still standard in Brittany today. This is also where the famous caramel au beurre salé comes from, which is now popular throughout France and Belgium.
In summer, store the bar in a cool, shaded place. Caramel quickly becomes soft and sticky in the heat, and the chocolate may turn grey.
The bar is ideal as a treat for a barbecue or picnic. Pack it in a cooler bag so that it does not melt during the journey.
For a quick caramel sauce, melt three bars with two tablespoons of cream. The sauce pairs well with pancakes, baked apples, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream and can be kept covered in the refrigerator for one day.
If you like coffee, try the bar with an affogato. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a cup, pour hot espresso over it, and grate some chocolate on top.
Belgian chocolate from Baulers
Dolfin makes its bars in Baulers, in the province of Walloon Brabant. All recipes use pure cocoa butter. Following the principle of "The Art of Blending", caramel, salt, or fruit is incorporated directly into the chocolate.
From the summer range, the milk chocolate with caramelized macadamia nuts is another mild option. See more bars in our Dolfin selection.
A sweet and salty summer bar for a break on the beach or balcony.
