Description
Indulge in the rich and buttery sweetness of these homemade Microwave Caramels. Made with simple pantry staples and cooked quickly in the microwave, these soft caramels are perfect for a sweet treat or homemade gift.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Microwave Caramel Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave on high, stirring at intervals, until reaching the soft ball stage.
- Finish and Cool: Stir in vanilla extract, pour caramel into the dish, spread, and sprinkle with sea salt. Let cool at room temperature until firm. Cut into squares and wrap individually in wax paper.
Notes
- Microwave times may vary; consider using a candy thermometer.
- Store wrapped caramels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Candy
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
