Creamy Caramels Recipe

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I discovered this recipe in a local newspaper several years ago and have made these soft buttery caramels ever since. Everyone asks for the recipe once they have a taste. I make them for Christmas, picnics and charity auctions. They are so much better than store-bought caramels. -Marcie Wolfe, Williamsburg, Virginia

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Creamy Caramels Recipe
  • Prep: 10 min. Cook: 30 min. + cooling
  • Yield: 64 Servings
10 30 40

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1 cup butter, cubed
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  • Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and butter the foil; set aside. Combine sugar, corn syrup and butter in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil slowly for 4 minutes without stirring. Remove from the heat and stir in milk. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage), stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour into prepared pan. Cool. Remove from pan and cut into 1-in. squares. Wrap individually in waxed paper; twist ends. Yield: 64 pieces.

Editor's Note: We recommend that you test your candy thermometer before each use by bringing water to a boil; the thermometer should read 212°. Adjust your recipe temperature up or down based on your test.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 piece) equals 72 calories, 3 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 45 mg sodium, 10 g carbohydrate, 0 fiber, 1 g protein.

Originally published as Creamy Caramels in Taste of Home December/January 1995, p25

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Reviewed on Jan. 03, 2012 by crazycook86

I make these caramels every year. They are wonderful. I always get great coments and often get asked to bring them to events. They make great gifts as well.

I agree I do cut them slightly smaller, generally 70-75 per pan. I use heavy duty foil to line my pan it pulls off better


Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2011 by mishfish

One thing I would add is to make the pieces smaller than an inch- it very rich.


Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2011 by JessannB

I haven't made these yet but was wondering if you could use a fat free sweetened condensed milk? Anyone know?


Reviewed on Dec. 01, 2011 by mishfish

these are delicious. Makes plenty to share, too.


Reviewed on Sep. 24, 2011 by marshelle

This is the best caramel recipe I have ever made. Easy, delicious, and wonderful for any recipe that calls for caramel. My family and friends are very impressed with the taste and texture of these caramels. Thanks so much for a great recipe


Reviewed on May. 22, 2011 by cweesa

They turned out perfect and so delicious!

 
 
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