homemade caramels

 

Homemade Soft Caramels Recipe

These buttery, chewy caramels melt in your mouth and are perfect for gifts or treats!

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Ingredients

✔️ 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
✔️ 1 cup light corn syrup
✔️ 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
✔️ 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
✔️ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
✔️ ¼ teaspoon salt

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Instructions

1. Prepare Your Pan

• Line an 8x8-inch or 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly butter it.

2. Heat the Ingredients

• In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
• Stir in corn syrup, sugar, and sweetened condensed milk.

3. Cook to the Right Temperature

• Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
• Cook until the temperature reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer (soft-ball stage).
• This takes about 15-20 minutes.

4. Add Flavor & Set

• Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
• Pour into the prepared pan and let cool at room temperature for 2-3 hours.

5. Cut & Wrap

• Once firm, cut into small squares and wrap in wax paper.

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Tips for Perfect Caramels

✔️ Don’t rush – Stir constantly to avoid burning.
✔️ Use a candy thermometer for accuracy.
✔️ Add sea salt on top for salted caramels!

Would you like a version with chocolate or nuts?