Perfect Homemade caramels

WHY MAKE THIS RECIPE?

These Homemade Caramels are chewy and gooey and sooo delicious. You won’t want to eat just one! Perfect treat for holiday parties and holiday gifts!

INGREDIENTS

-1 c butter -2 c sugar -1 c light brown sugar -1 c light corn syrup -1 c evaporated milk -1 pint heavy whipping cream 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Coat a 9×13 dish generously with cooking spray and set aside.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Combine all the ingredients except vanilla in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until candy thermometer reads 243 degrees F.

STEP 3

Immediately remove pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Pour the caramel into the prepared pan and allow mixture to cool completely. Cut into small squares and wrap in wax paper.

STEP 4

A high-quality candy thermometer is a necessity for this recipe. This is my favorite.

RECIPE NOTE

Prepare yourself for nearly an hour of constant stirring. TRUST ME when I say that the stirring is 100% worthwhile.

RECIPE NOTE

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