OLD-FASHIONED CARAMELS
Before I was married, my future father-in-law would fix these creamy caramels at Christmas and send me some. The recipe has been in my husband's family for decades...so, when we got married, I learned to make them, too.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line an 11x7-in. pan with foil; grease with 1 tablespoon butter and set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil gently for 4 minutes without stirring. , Remove from the heat; stir in cream. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage), stirring constantly., Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and pecans if desired. Pour into prepared pan; cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut candy into 1-in. squares.
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Mahbubur Shagor
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my caramels didn't turn out right.
Joseph Crouch
[email protected]These caramels are a bit too sweet for my taste.
Leling Nette
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of caramels, but these are really good.
Shikha Rai
[email protected]These are the best caramels I've ever had. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Ola Joey
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. These caramels are amazing!
Qugie
[email protected]These caramels are so delicious, I can't stop eating them!
Bilal Gg
[email protected]I'm so happy I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good caramel recipe for years.
Dominique Kilian
[email protected]These caramels are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're sure to please everyone.
Sophie Salarda
[email protected]I love that this recipe doesn't require any special equipment. I was able to make these caramels in my own kitchen.
Josim vapari
[email protected]These caramels are so easy to make, even for a beginner. I highly recommend this recipe.
Ron Kelley
[email protected]I've made these caramels several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
MULIYE CHUULA
[email protected]These are the best homemade caramels I've ever tasted. They're so rich and flavorful.
rana abdulwahab
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. My caramels turned out beautifully and they were a huge hit at my party.
Marielie Vasquez
[email protected]These caramels are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.
Tokelo Kevin
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my caramels turned out perfectly. They were so soft and chewy.
Damon
[email protected]I made these caramels for my husband's birthday and he loved them! They were the perfect combination of sweet and salty.
Ansari Saab
[email protected]These are the best caramels I've ever had! They're so creamy and smooth.
Kash Stargen
[email protected]I'm a candy maker and these caramels are fantastic! The recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I've made them several times and they're always a hit.