Caramel Recipes

Whether your prefer an old fashioned caramel recipe or soft caramel sauce recipe, you’ll find a new family favorite with these recipes, tips and tricks.

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5 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Making Candy From Scratch

Who doesn't love a batch of homemade fudge? While it does take some finessing to get right, don't let potential candy-making mistakes stand in your way of delicious treats. We'll walk you through the most common errors and tell you how to fix them.

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10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making Caramel

Become a caramel making pro in no time! Just avoid these caramel mistakes to make the perfect caramel candy or...


16 Homemade Caramel Candy Recipes

So much better than store-bought candies, these homemade caramel candy recipes make special treats during the holidays or any time...


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The Difference Between Caramel, Butterscotch and Toffee

Curious about the difference between these sticky treats? A professional pastry chef explains all.


Licorice Caramels

3 reviews

Fans of black licorice won't be able to stop eating these gooey caramels. I appreciate their ease of preparation. —Donna...

Soft Rum Caramels

2 reviews

I adapted a family recipe to come up with these melt-in-your-mouth caramels. My husband and daughter eagerly volunteer to eat...


Carnival Caramel Apples

32 reviews

With four kids (one child whose birthday is November 1), we celebrate Halloween in style around our house. These caramel...

Caramel Lollipops

These pops offer a fun and unique way to enjoy the sweet, toasty flavor of homemade caramel. —Kathryn Conrad, Milwaukee,...


Chocolate Caramel Apples

1 review

Caramel apples get dressed up for this harvesttime holiday with chocolate, nuts and toffee bits. Cut into wedges, these scrumptious...


Beer and Pretzel Caramels

3 reviews

Beer and pretzels are a natural combination—mix them with smooth caramel and you have an awesome candy. The guys will...


Gourmet Caramel Apples

1 review

These drizzled confections look gorgeous and taste over-the-top yummy. With peanut butter flavor and a salty burst, they'll be the...

Honey Caramels

1 review

I love whipping up a batch of homemade honey-sweetened caramels for my family and friends. Sometimes I replace the walnuts...


Creamy Caramels

59 reviews

I discovered this caramel recipe in a local newspaper years ago and have made these soft buttery caramels ever since....


Soft ‘n’ Chewy Caramels

8 reviews

This chewy caramel recipe is a must at our house for Christmas. I made these with my children, and now...


Caramel Apples

14 reviews

Who doesn’t love a good gooey caramel apple? Make a double batch because these treats always go fast! —Karen Ann...


Chocolate Caramel Candy

98 reviews

This dazzling treat tastes like a homemade Snickers bar and has flavor beyond compare. When I entered it in a...

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Caramel Truffles

25 reviews

These caramel truffles disappear as fast as I can make them. The five-ingredient microwave recipe is easy and fun to...


Walnut Caramels

My grandmother was the queen of care packages. The Christmas season didn't start until the mail carrier arrived with her...


Pecan Caramel Candies

35 reviews

Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the...