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Soft and Chewy Homemade Sea Salt Caramels

Close-up of soft chewy caramels cut into squares and sprinkled generously with flaky sea salt.
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Make rich, buttery, soft, and chewy homemade caramels sprinkled with sea salt. This easy recipe delivers melt-in-your-mouth candy perfect for gifting or snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus extra for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal. Set aside.
  2. Combine the sugar, corn syrup, heavy cream, and butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  3. Stir the mixture constantly over medium heat until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves.
  4. Stop stirring once the mixture boils. Insert a candy thermometer.
  5. Cook the mixture, without stirring, until it reaches 245 degrees Fahrenheit (the firm-ball stage). This usually takes 15 to 25 minutes. Watch the temperature closely.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat immediately when it reaches 245 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Carefully stir in the vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Stir gently until just combined.
  8. Pour the hot caramel mixture into the prepared baking pan. Do not scrape the sides of the pan.
  9. Let the caramel cool completely at room temperature for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
  10. Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the caramel block from the pan.
  11. Cut the block into 1-inch squares using a sharp, oiled knife.
  12. Sprinkle the tops of the cut caramels with extra sea salt immediately after cutting.
  13. Wrap each caramel individually in wax paper or cellophane for storage or gifting.

Notes

  • If you do not have a candy thermometer, test the caramel by dropping a small amount into ice water; it should form a soft, pliable ball.
  • For cleaner cuts, chill the set caramel block in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before slicing.
  • Store wrapped caramels in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

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