Ingredients for Easy Homemade Caramels
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Light Corn Syrup
- Evaporated Milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion
Missing an ingredient for this Easy Homemade Caramels? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.
How to Make Easy Homemade Caramels
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add 1 cup packed light brown sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir in 1/2 cup light corn syrup.
- Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup evaporated milk, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Continue stirring over medium heat until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (242°F on a candy thermometer). This will take about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish that has been lightly greased with butter.
- Allow the caramels to cool completely at room temperature for 4-6 hours, or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Once firm, cut into small squares and wrap individually in wax paper for easy serving and storage.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
11g
Fat
3g
Carbs
1g
