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Easy Homemade Soft and Chewy Sea Salt Caramels

A close-up of soft, square caramels sprinkled with flaky sea salt, stacked on a small white plate.
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Make soft, buttery caramels that melt in your mouth using this simple recipe. These chewy caramel candy squares are perfect for holiday gifts or a satisfying movie night snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for topping

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and heavy cream.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Stop stirring once the mixture boils. Use a pastry brush dipped in water to wash down any sugar crystals clinging to the sides of the pan.
  5. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 245 degrees Fahrenheit on a candy thermometer (firm-ball stage). This usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat. Carefully stir in the butter until it is fully melted and incorporated.
  7. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt.
  8. Pour the hot caramel mixture into the prepared baking pan. Do not scrape the sides of the pan.
  9. Sprinkle the top evenly with extra flaky sea salt.
  10. Allow the caramels to cool completely at room temperature for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
  11. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the block of caramel out of the pan.
  12. Cut the caramel block into 1-inch squares. Wrap each piece individually in wax paper or cellophane for gifting.

Notes

  • If you do not have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel by dropping a small amount into ice water; it should form a soft, pliable ball.
  • For a richer flavor, use high-quality butter in this recipe.
  • Store wrapped caramels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

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