Description
Homemade Caramels
Indulge in the rich, buttery delight of homemade caramels that melt in your mouth! This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to create soft, chewy caramels right in your kitchen. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can customize flavors to suit any occasion. Perfect for gifting or treating yourself, these caramels are sure to impress.
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
1 cup heavy cream (36% fat content)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Optional: ? teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
1. Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and tools. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar until it turns golden amber, about 10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and gradually stir in the butter until fully incorporated.
4. Slowly add the heavy cream while stirring continuously, then mix in vanilla extract and sea salt if desired.
5. Return to low heat and cook until it reaches 240?F (soft-ball stage). Pour into the prepared pan and let cool completely before cutting.
Notes
Use a candy thermometer for precise results.
Experiment with flavors like almond or espresso for unique twists!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 0g