Easy Microwave Caramels: A Sweet & Simple Treat You’ll Love
Make delicious caramels in just minutes with this easy microwave recipe. Perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 pieces
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Microwave on high for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Carefully stir in sweetened condensed milk and microwave for an additional 5-6 minutes, stirring until mixture reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from microwave and stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and let it cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Be cautious as the mixture is extremely hot.
- For a fun twist, add nuts or sea salt on top before it sets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg