Caramels –Hey there, dessert aficionados! Today, we’re diving straight into the gooey goodness of Mom’s Caramels. Who can resist the sweet, chewy decadence that makes you feel like a kid again? If you’re ready to wow your friends at your next gathering or just need a sweet fix for yourself, you’ve hit the jackpot! Let’s get twisting and turning in the kitchen.
Feast Your Eyes on This:
Check out this delightful image of our caramels ready to make your taste buds dance. Just look at those little nuggets of joy!
Ingredients That Will Make You Go “Yum!”
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these delightful caramels:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Let the Magic Happen!
Now that you’ve gathered your ingredients, it’s time to unleash your inner candy wizard. Here’s how to craft your very own caramels:
- In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
- Once the butter has melted, stir in the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Once boiling, stop stirring and allow it to cook until it reaches the soft-ball stage (about 234°F or 112°C on a candy thermometer).
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Carefully pour the hot caramel into a greased 9×13 inch pan. Let it cool completely (or not if you’re too excited to wait!).
- Once set, cut into squares or whatever funny shapes you can manage – square? Triangle? Star? The world is your caramel oyster!
And there you have it! A simple, yet delectable recipe that’ll have you channeling your best candy-making self. Get ready to share (or not…we won’t judge if you decide to keep them all to yourself!). So grab your apron, heat up that stove, and let’s make some magic!
