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.

Mr Belal
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These caramels are a bit more time-consuming to make than some other recipes, but they're worth the effort. They're so rich and flavorful, and they're perfect for a special occasion.


samster flopped
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I love these caramels! They're so creamy and delicious, and the rum flavor is just right. I've made them several times now, and they always turn out perfectly.


Stephen Egyir
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These caramels are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Alberto Tlapanco
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I made these caramels for my husband's birthday, and he loved them! They were so easy to make, and they turned out so well. I'll definitely be making them again.


newton mchemwa
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These caramels are amazing! They're so creamy and flavorful, and the rum flavor is perfect. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Carlos Mejia
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I love these caramels! They're so soft and chewy, and the rum flavor is just right. I've made them several times now, and they always turn out perfectly.


Nicole Runge
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These caramels are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're easy to make, and they're always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lraschell Morton
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I made these caramels for my Christmas party, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and they were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Puspa Tharu
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These caramels are delicious! They're so easy to make, and they're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Ahona Akter
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I've tried a lot of different caramel recipes, but this one is by far the best. The caramels are so soft and chewy, and the rum flavor is perfect. I highly recommend this recipe.


Malek hossam2022
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These caramels are a bit more time-consuming to make than some other recipes, but they're worth the effort. They're so rich and flavorful, and they're perfect for a special occasion.


Osei Gideon
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I love these caramels! They're so creamy and delicious, and the rum flavor is just right. I've made them several times now, and they always turn out perfectly.


Shane Goodge
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These caramels are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're easy to make, and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Gang Panter
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I made these caramels for my husband's birthday, and he loved them! They were so easy to make, and they turned out so well. I'll definitely be making them again.


Usman Sarkar
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These caramels are amazing! They're so soft and chewy, and the rum flavor is perfect. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Luis Diaz
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I was a bit skeptical about making caramels at home, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The caramels turned out great, and they were so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Annetta Watson
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I've made these caramels several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're so creamy and flavorful, and the rum adds a nice touch of sophistication.


Ezra Mamy
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These caramels were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved them, and they were so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.