Description
Decadent and chewy caramel covered in smooth chocolate, perfect for any occasion
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz dark chocolate (or milk chocolate), chopped
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smoother chocolate coating)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to easily remove the caramels later.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, and heavy cream.
- Stir continuously and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Once it reaches the correct temperature, remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel mixture into the prepared baking dish and let it cool at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or until set.
- Once the caramel is set, cut it into small squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate (and coconut oil, if using) in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until smooth.
- Dip each caramel into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Place the chocolate-covered caramels on a parchment-lined tray.
- Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.
Notes
- You can use milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate, depending on your preference.
- Adding coconut oil helps achieve a glossier chocolate finish but is optional.
- Store the caramels in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for extended freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 caramel
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg