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Homemade Caramels

Irresistible Homemade Caramels that Melt in Your Mouth

This homemade caramels recipe is simple yet delightful, perfect for curbing cravings and impressing friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Caramel
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter for a slight saltiness.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can be substituted for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup Can be replaced with glucose syrup.
  • 1 can Evaporated Milk Do not substitute with condensed milk.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for the best taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Increase slightly for salted caramels.

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • 8x8 inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Irresistibly Chewy Homemade Caramels
  1. Prepare Baking Dish: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly butter it.
  2. Melt Butter: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add light brown sugar, light corn syrup, and a pinch of salt to melted butter and stir until smooth.
  4. Add Evaporated Milk: Gradually pour evaporated milk, stirring continuously to maintain temperature.
  5. Cook Mixture: Bring to a gentle boil and cook until it reaches the soft ball stage, about 12-15 minutes.
  6. Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract until well blended.
  7. Set Caramel: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and cool completely for 2-3 hours.
  8. Cut and Wrap: Lift the caramels from the pan and cut into squares, wrapping them for storage or gifting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 0.5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.1mg

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature measurement and ensure even cooking by stirring frequently.

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