These homemade caramels are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with a rich caramel flavor that melts in your mouth. Topped with luxurious dark chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt, these caramels are a luxurious treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz dark chocolate, chopped
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, corn syrup, sugar, and butter over medium heat.
- Stir constantly until the mixture reaches 248°F on a candy thermometer, about 20-30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel into a parchment-lined baking dish and let cool for 1-2 hours.
- Once set, cut the caramel into squares and dip each one in melted dark chocolate.
- Sprinkle with sea salt and let the chocolate set before serving.