Description
Homemade sea salt soft caramels are rich, buttery, and perfectly chewy candies with a hint of flaky sea salt on top. These caramels make a delightful gift or indulgent treat with a luxurious texture and deep caramel flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup heavy cream (divided)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1–2 tsp flaky sea salt (for topping)
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and half of the cream.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugars dissolve and butter melts.
- Once boiling, slowly add the remaining cream while stirring.
- Attach a candy thermometer and cook without stirring until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour caramel into the prepared pan and let cool slightly.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while still warm.
- Allow to cool completely for several hours or overnight at room temperature.
- Once set, lift the caramel using parchment and cut into squares with a sharp knife.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or espresso powder for flavor variation.
- Dip caramels in chocolate for a gourmet twist.
- Use smoked sea salt for a smoky flavor.
- Store wrapped in wax paper at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Use a thermometer for precise soft texture results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
