Best 7 Butter Rum Caramels Recipes

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Butter rum caramels are a delightful and delectable treat that combines the richness of butter, the warmth of rum, and the sweetness of caramel into one irresistible bite. With their creamy texture, buttery flavor, and hint of boozy sweetness, these homemade caramels are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. Whether you're looking for a special gift to share with loved ones or a sweet treat to indulge in yourself, these easy-to-make butter rum caramels are a perfect choice.

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BUTTER RUM CARAMELS



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Categories     Candy     Milk/Cream     Rum     Dessert     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Vanilla     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 64 (1-inch) squares

Number Of Ingredients 9

Vegetable oil for greasing
2 cups packed light brown sugar (14 oz)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon dark rum
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Special Equipment
parchment paper; a candy or deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Line bottom and sides of an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and oil parchment.
  • Bring brown sugar, cream, butter, salt, and 1/4 cup rum to a boil in a 3- to 4-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until butter is melted, then boil over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until thermometer registers 248°F (firm-ball stage), about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and remaining teaspoon rum. Pour into baking pan and cool completely until firm, 1 to 2 hours. Invert caramel onto a cutting board, then discard parchment and turn caramel glossy side up. Cut into 1-inch squares.

SOFT RUM CARAMELS



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I adapted a family recipe to come up with these melt-in-your-mouth caramels. My husband and daughter eagerly volunteer to eat any scraps from the pan! -Kelly-Ann Gibbons, Prince George, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, softened, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 to 2 teaspoons rum extract

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square pan with foil and grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter; set aside. In a small bowl, cream remaining butter until light and fluffy. Beat in cream until smooth; set aside. , In a heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook until a candy thermometer reads 244° (firm-ball stage). Gradually add cream mixture. Continue cooking until a candy thermometer reads 242°. Remove from the heat; stir in extract. , Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape sides of saucepan). Cool completely. Invert pan onto cutting board; remove foil. Cut candy into squares. Wrap individually in cellophane, waxed paper or foil; twist ends. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 50 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

BUTTER RUM CARAMELS



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Categories     Candy     Milk/Cream     Rum     Dairy     Christmas     Vegetarian     Winter     Chill     Edible Gift     Candy Thermometer     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 70 caramels

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1 cup granulated sugar
packed light brown sugar
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons rum extract

Steps:

  • Butter an 8-inch square metal baking pan (do not use glass) and set on a rack. In a 5-quart heavy kettle cook cream, sugars, corn syrup, butter, and salt over moderate heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon and washing down any sugar crystals clinging to side of pan with a brush dipped in cold water, until sugars are completely dissolved, about 15 minutes. Boil mixture, without stirring, until a candy or digital thermometer registers 245°F., about 15 minutes. Remove pan from heat and add extract, swirling pan until combined. Immediately pour caramel into baking pan set on rack and cool completely. Chill caramel until firm, at least 12 hours, and up to 1 week.
  • Line a cutting board with wax paper and invert caramel onto it. Bring caramel to room temperature, about 30 minutes. With an oiled sharp knife cut caramel into pieces, each about 3/4 inch long and 1/3 inch wide.
  • Individually wrap caramel pieces in wax paper or candy wrappers or layer between sheets of wax paper (do not use foil or parchment) in an airtight container. Caramels keep at cool room temperature 2 weeks.

HOT CARAMEL APPLE BUTTERED RUM RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: heavy cream, light brown sugar, honey, unsalted butter, unsalted butter, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, freshly grated nutmeg, ground cloves, ground allspice, boiling water, Captain Morgan® Sliced Apple Rum, granny smith apple, cinnamon stick

Provided by Captain Morgan

Categories     Drinks

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

¾ cup heavy cream
¾ cup light brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
1 cup brown sugar
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
2 cups boiling water
1 cup Captain Morgan® Sliced Apple Rum
granny smith apple, for garnish, sliced
cinnamon stick, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make the caramel sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, brown sugar, and honey. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook until the sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the caramel starts to thicken. Remove the pot from the heat and whisk in the butter. Pour into a heatproof measuring cup or jar and let cool until ready to use. The caramel sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • Make the hot buttered rum batter: In a medium bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice and mix with an electric hand mixer on medium speed until smooth. The batter will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • To assemble, add 2 tablespoons of batter to each mug. Pour 4 ounces (½ cup) of boiling water into each mug and stir to dissolve the batter. Add 2 ounces Captain Morgan® Sliced Apple Rum to each mug and stir to combine. Top each mug with a drizzle of caramel sauce, an apple slice, and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Carbohydrate 73 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 72 grams

BROWN SUGAR CARAMEL RUM BUTTERCREAM



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Make and share this Brown Sugar Caramel Rum Buttercream recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Canadian Jane

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 1 cake frosting, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups brown sugar
2/3 cup water
5 eggs
1 lb butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons dark rum (or 4 Tbsp rum extract)

Steps:

  • Combine brown sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Continue to boil until sugar has reached soft-ball stage (235-240F).
  • Meanwhile, place egg whites into a clean, stainless-steel mixer bowl and with the whip atachment, beat on low speed until foamy. Raise the speed to medium high and whip until stiff, but not dry.
  • While the mixer is running, add your brown sugar syrup slowly into the beaten egg whites in a steady stream. continue beating on high speed until the mixture has cooled down--about 3 minutes.
  • Add the softened butter 1 tablespoons at a time with the mixer running. Add vanilla and rum. Keep beating the buttercream until it is smooth and creamy.
  • Please Note: After you add the soft butter, the buttercream is going to "break" meaning it will look curdled and runny. Don't worry! Keep on whipping and it will come together!.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592, Fat 49.1, SaturatedFat 30.1, Cholesterol 254.2, Sodium 384.5, Carbohydrate 33.8, Sugar 33.4, Protein 4.4

RUM CARAMEL SAUCE



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This sauce is for Emeril Lagasse's recipe for Grilled Banana Splits.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup hot water
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon heavy cream
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons cold unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar and hot water in a heavy saucepan, and cook over high heat until the sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute. Continue to cook, swirling the pan occasionally but never stirring the sugar mixture, until the mixture thickens and turns a deep amber color, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and immediately add the heavy cream (be careful -- the mixture will splatter). Return the pan to the heat and reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the sauce is thick and creamy, stirring occasionally to help incorporate the cream, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the rum, vanilla, and butter. Serve warm.

BUTTER RUM FUDGE



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Make and share this Butter Rum Fudge recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Candy

Time 30m

Yield 12 squares, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups sugar
1 can evaporated milk
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine
1 (2 ounce) package semisweet chocolate pieces
1 pint marshmallow cream
1 teaspoon rum flavoring
3/4 cup broken walnuts
3/4 cup broken pecans

Steps:

  • Mix the sugar,milk and butter in a saucepan and cook to soft ball stage or to 236 degrees,stirring frequently.
  • Remove from heat and add chocolate pieces,marshmallow cream,rum flavoring,walnuts and pecans.
  • Beat until chocolate is melted and well blended and pour into buttered 9x9x2 inch pan.
  • Cull and cut into squares.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make the caramel to prevent scorching.
  • Cook the caramel until it reaches a deep amber color for a richer flavor.
  • Add the butter and rum to the caramel in small increments, stirring constantly to avoid curdling.
  • Pour the caramel mixture into a prepared baking dish and let it cool completely before cutting into squares.
  • Store the caramels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These butter rum caramels are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their rich, buttery flavor and a hint of rum, these caramels are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give these butter rum caramels a try. You won't be disappointed!

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