Description

Create unforgettable moments this Valentine’s Day with homemade Valentine Caramels. This easy recipe features a rich blend of butter, sugar, and cream for a sweet treat to share with loved ones or enjoy yourself.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup + 1 tbsp Butter
1 1/4 cups Sugar
1 1/4 cups Brown Sugar
1 cup Corn Syrup
1 cup + 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1 tsp Vanilla

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Instructions

Prepare the baking pan with foil and grease it with butter.
Combine butter, sugars, corn syrup, and 1 cup of heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring continuously.
Cook until the candy thermometer reaches 240°F (soft ball stage).
Stir in vanilla extract once the correct temperature is reached.
Pour the caramel into the prepared pan and let it sit for 2-3 hours to set.
Cut into pieces and wrap individually in waxed paper or candy foils.

Notes

Ensure to use a candy thermometer for precise temperature.
Use full-fat cream for the best texture in your caramels.
Allow caramels to cool completely before cutting to avoid stickiness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 caramel
Calories: 70
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 3.5g
Saturated Fat: 2.1g
Carbohydrates: 9.5g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 10mg