Ingredients for Inexpensive Caramels
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- Light Corn Syrup
- Evaporated Milk
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Inexpensive Caramels
- In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until all the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until a small amount of the mixture forms a firm ball when dropped into a glass of ice water (approximately 240-245°F on a candy thermometer).
- Reduce heat to low. Slowly pour in 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, stirring constantly to prevent scorching.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the mixture reaches the firm-ball stage again (approximately 240-245°F on a candy thermometer). This will take about 10-15 minutes after adding the milk, butter and salt.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Immediately pour the caramel into a buttered 8x8 inch baking pan.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
52 g
Sugar
983g
Fat
159g
Carbs
123g
