Cream Caramels Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥄 Yield: 60 candies
🍬 Category: Candy
🔍 Keywords: Dessert, Low Protein, Free Of…, Christmas, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
Description
Indulge in the creamy sweetness of homemade Cream Caramels with this delightful recipe. These soft, chewy caramels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and sharing with loved ones during the festive season or any time you crave a delicious treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups heavy cream, divided
Instructions
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Butter a square 8×8 pan. |
| 2 | In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, and half of the cream. |
| 3 | Heat the mixture to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. |
| 4 | Stir in the remaining cream. |
| 5 | Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the temperature reaches 245 degrees F on a candy thermometer. Be patient as this step takes time to achieve the correct consistency. |
| 6 | Immediately spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan. |
| 7 | Allow the caramels to cool. |
| 8 | Once cooled, cut into 1-inch squares. |
| 9 | Individually wrap the caramels in wax paper strips and refrigerate. |
| 10 | If the candy sets up too hard in the refrigerator, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before enjoying. |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 67
- Fat: 3.1g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 9.3mg
- Sodium: 16.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 10.2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 7.8g
- Protein: 0.2g
Tips and Serving Suggestions
- For a festive touch, package these Cream Caramels in decorative boxes or jars to give as gifts during the holiday season.
- Experiment with adding different flavors such as vanilla extract or sea salt to customize the taste of your caramels.
- Enjoy these creamy treats with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee for a cozy indulgence on chilly evenings.
- Store any leftover caramels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks for longer-lasting freshness.
