Vegan Caramels Recipe

Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of these homemade vegan caramels! This recipe, adapted from "The Glad Cow Cookbook," creates approximately 100 melt-in-your-mouth caramels perfect for gifting, enjoying with apples, nuts, or as a decadent topping for ice cream or cakes. Experience the magic of dairy-free caramel perfection!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 36 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Vegan Caramels

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How to Make Vegan Caramels

  1. Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to lift the caramels out later.
  2. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, 1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly with a heatproof spatula or wooden spoon.
  4. Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C) on a candy thermometer. This will take about 20-25 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the caramel into the prepared baking pan and let it cool completely at room temperature (at least 2-3 hours or preferably overnight).
  7. Once completely cool and firm, lift the caramel slab from the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
  8. Using clean kitchen shears, cut the caramel into approximately 100 small pieces.
  9. Wrap individual caramels in waxed paper or parchment paper for storage and gifting.
  10. For a caramel sauce variation, cook the mixture to 230°F (110°C), stir in vanilla, and pour into a heat-safe jar. Warm the jar in hot water before drizzling over ice cream or cake.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

1g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Vegan Caramels?

Vegan Caramels takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Vegan Caramels?

Vegan Caramels has approximately 36 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Vegan Caramels?

The key ingredients for Vegan Caramels are Margarine, Sugar, Soymilk, Light Corn Syrup, Vanilla, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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