Homemade Caramels 🍬
Introduction
Making homemade caramels may seem intimidating, but with the right ingredients and method, you can create buttery, rich, and chewy caramels right in your kitchen. These caramels are perfect for gifting, topping desserts, or enjoying on their own. Using high-quality ingredients ensures a smooth, creamy texture and the perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness.
This recipe highlights the importance of fat content and the right sweeteners to achieve the classic caramel flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you can make gourmet-style caramels that are far superior to store-bought versions.
Ingredients
- Granulated white sugar
- Honey (or light corn syrup as a substitute; flavor will vary slightly)
- Salted butter (or unsalted with an extra pinch of salt)
- Salt
- Heavy cream (preferred for its high fat content; do not use regular milk or low-fat alternatives. Heavy whipping cream can be used.)