Dummy-Proof Chocolate Caramels
Rich, buttery, and dipped in creamy milk chocolate, these Dummy-Proof Chocolate Caramels are your go-to no-fail treat. With no candy thermometer required, this foolproof recipe yields chewy, indulgent caramels finished with a sprinkle of sea salt. Perfect for gifting, holiday trays, or bite-sized dessert cravings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 36 caramels
- Category: Candy, Dessert, Homemade Gifts
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/4 cup light corn syrup
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1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 tsp sea salt (plus extra for topping)
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12 oz milk chocolate chips or melting wafers
Instructions
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Line an 8×8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides.
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk.
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Continue stirring as the mixture begins to bubble. Lower heat slightly and stir constantly for 6–8 minutes until thick and golden. It’s ready when it pulls away slightly from the sides—no thermometer needed.
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Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and sea salt.
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Pour caramel mixture into prepared dish and smooth the top. Let cool at room temperature for 2 hours or until firm.
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Lift out the caramel slab using the parchment overhang and cut into squares.
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Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
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Dip each caramel square in melted chocolate and place on a parchment-lined tray.
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Sprinkle with sea salt and let set completely at room temperature or in the fridge.
Notes
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For darker flavor, use dark chocolate instead of milk.
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Add crushed nuts or drizzle white chocolate for extra flair.
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Store in a cool place in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
- Calories: 130 kcal per piece
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