Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of these homemade Microwave Caramels. With just a few simple ingredients and a microwave, you can whip up a batch of these soft and chewy caramels in no time.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 ¼ cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Lightly butter a 9×9-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir until smooth.
- Microwave: Microwave the mixture on high for 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes.
- Final Steps: Stir in vanilla extract and salt. Microwave in 1-minute intervals, stirring each time, for an additional 2–4 minutes until thick.
- Cool and Cut: Pour the caramel into the pan. Let it cool, then cut into squares.
Notes
- Microwave wattages vary—adjust time accordingly and always stir to prevent burning.
- For firmer caramels, increase cook time slightly.
- You can add flaky sea salt for a salted caramel version.
