Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery sweetness of these homemade chocolate caramels. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a special treat, these soft caramels are infused with cocoa for a decadent twist.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 2 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Melt Ingredients: In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and condensed milk until combined.
- Add Cocoa: Mix in cocoa powder and salt until smooth. Cook to 245°F.
- Finish: Remove from heat, add vanilla, pour into pan, and let cool. Slice into squares and wrap individually.
Notes
- Store wrapped caramels in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- For salted caramels, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before cooling.
