Basic Caramels

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Indulge in the buttery richness of caramel, perfect on its own or dipped in milk, dark, or white chocolate. Defined by its chewy delight, caramel recipes vary but always maintain their irresistible consistency, ranging from soft at 245° to firm at 252.

Caramels Recipe

Discover the joy of homemade caramel squares with our easy-to-follow recipe. Made with butter, brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk, these chewy delights are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of these irresistible treats today.

Ingredients

1 cup butter
2 1/4 cups brown sugar
pinch of salt
1 cup light corn syrup
1 15-oz. can of sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

In a heavy saucepan, melt butter. Stir in sugar and salt, then add corn syrup. Mix well. Add sweetened condensed milk, stirring constantly. Continue stirring and cook to 248°. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour into parchment lined 8-inch square pan. Let set for half a day. Cut into squares and wrap in confectionary waxed paper or plastic wrap.