Microwave Caramel Recipe

Microwave Caramel Recipe

from iheartnaptime.net
21 min

These microwave caramels are easy to make in one bowl in 6 minutes with no candy thermometer! Soft, chewy and buttery homemade caramel candies are a holiday favorite.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Prep. Line an 8×8″ pan with parchment paper. Run a stick of butter over the top to prevent the caramels from sticking. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Microwave. Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large 8-cup microwave-safe bowl. Add 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup corn syrup and 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk and stir until smooth. Place in the microwave and cook for six minutes, stirring halfway in between.

  3. 3

    Test. To test if the caramel is ready, place a spoon into the caramel and then dip into a cup of cold ice water. If it resembles a soft ball (the texture you’d want your caramels to be), then it’s ready. If it’s still too soft, cook for an additional 30 seconds at a time. It should be about 240°F.

  4. 4

    Add vanilla, pour in pan. Remove bowl from microwave and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla and a pinch of sea salt. Add pecans if desired. Pour caramel into prepared pan and allow to set. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. You may place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to cool them quicker.

  5. 5

    Cut into pieces. Cut with a plastic knife and then wrap in wax paper to prevent the caramels from sticking. Enjoy! :)