Indulge in the rich and decadent flavor of these homemade chocolate caramels. Perfect for a sweet treat or a delightful gift!
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 25 minutes (including cooling)
Yield:64 small caramels 1x
Category:Candy
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
1cup unsalted butter
2 1/4cups packed brown sugar
1cup light corn syrup
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Line the Baking Dish: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
Melt Butter and Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, condensed milk, cocoa powder, and salt.
Boil and Cook: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Cook until it reaches 245°F on a candy thermometer, about 12–15 minutes.
Add Vanilla and Cool: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and pour into the dish. Let it cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours.
Cut and Wrap: Lift the caramel out, cut into squares, and wrap in wax paper for storage.
Notes
Notes:
Use a candy thermometer for best results.
Try a salted variation by adding flaky sea salt on top before cooling.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.