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Homemade Caramels

Homemade Caramels

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There’s something magical about biting into a homemade caramel—its rich, buttery flavor melting on your tongue, with just the right balance of sweetness and chew. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re perfect for gifting or indulging in a moment of pure bliss.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 50
Calories 115 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2¼ cups brown sugar, firmly packed
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk, 1 can
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Melt butter over stove top. Add brown sugar and salt, mixing well.
  • Stir in corn syrup.
  • Gradually add milk, stirring constantly.
  • Cook and stir over medium heat until candy reaches firm ball stage (245 degrees). This will take 12-15 minutes approx.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Pour into greased 9×13 pan. Let cool.
  • Cut into 48 pieces with a sharp knife.
  • Optional: Wrap each piece in wax paper.

Nutrition

Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 44mgSugar: 19gVitamin A: 135IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg
Keyword butter, caramel, dessert, homemade candy, sugar
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