Sunday, October 24, 2010

Caramels!



Tis the season for caramel around our house. This is my daughter's favorite candy, so she is always eager to try out a new recipe. Over the past few weeks we've done several different batches; each with varying success. The favorite was not only "brace friendly," but also worked very well with caramel apples. What a tasty way to celebrate Halloween and the fall apple harvest!
COOL CARAMEL
Ingredients:
  • 1/2 pound butter
  • 2 1/2 cups light corn syrup
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • nuts (optional)

Method:

  • Cook the first four ingredients on medium high. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage.
  • Stir in vanilla.
  • If you are making caramel, pour the mixture into an 8" x 8" pan which has been lined with parchment paper. Chill until firm, then cut into individual servings and wrap in wax paper.
  • If you are making caramel apples, dip apples in the mixture, then dip the bottom of the apple in nuts, and place on parchment paper.

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