Soft Chewy Cream Caramels
The ultimate comfort food, Soft Chewy Cream Caramels are rich, buttery, and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself, these chewy delights will satisfy any sweet craving. Make them tonight and indulge in their creamy goodness!
Equipment
- Frying Pan
- Large Pot
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 cups Sugar
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- ½ cup Corn Syrup
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 pan with non-stick foil. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan. Stir in the sugar, cream, and corn syrup. Mix and bring to a gentle boil and stir until the sugar is melted.
- Insert a candy thermometer and continue boiling over medium-low heat until the candy reaches 247-248°.
- Stir occasionally.
- If you like your caramel slightly firmer, let it cook to 250°. This can take 45 minutes to an hour, so be patient.
- Remove from the heat, add the vanilla, and stir to combine. Pour into prepared pan.
- Allow caramel to cool, then lift from the pan using the foil as a sling.
- Place on a cutting board and slice into 1-inch squares. Wrap in wax paper.
- These freeze well.
Notes
- Storage: Store your homemade caramels in an airtight container at room temperature. They can last up to two weeks this way.
- Freezing: Yes, you can freeze these caramels! Just ensure they’re wrapped tightly in wax paper and stored in an airtight container.
- Variations: Consider adding a pinch of sea salt on top before they set for a salted caramel twist.
- Flavor Infusions: You can infuse the cream with flavors like coffee or citrus before mixing it into the caramel for an exciting twist!
- Mix-Ins: Stir in nuts or chocolate chips after removing from heat for added texture and flavor.