Decadent Chocolate Covered Caramels Recipe

This recipe for chocolate covered caramels is a perfect balance of creamy caramel and smooth, rich chocolate. It's a great treat to make for special occasions or as a homemade gift for friends and family. The combination of sweet and salty flavors will dazzle your taste buds!

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 12 oz chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, heavy cream, butter, corn syrup, and salt over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Pour caramel into a parchment-lined 8x8-inch baking dish and let cool for 2 hours.
4. Once caramel is firm, cut into small squares. In a double boiler, melt chocolate chips with vegetable oil until smooth.
5. Dip each caramel square into melted chocolate, coating evenly. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet to set.
6. Allow chocolate covered caramels to cool and harden before serving. Enjoy!

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