Salted Caramel Recipe (Microwave)
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of homemade salted caramels with this quick and easy microwave recipe. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these irresistible treats in no time. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or gifting to friends and family, these caramels are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
Servings: 20 caramels
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup salted butter 1 stick, 8 tbsp, melted in a large mug or microwave-safe bowl
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup Karo works great
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Prepare the Dish: Butter an 8×8 baking dish or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Melt the Butter: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in the microwave.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the light corn syrup, granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and sweetened condensed milk to the melted butter. Stir until well mixed. If you're not using sea salt as a topping, add 1/4 teaspoon of table salt to the mixture at this point to enhance the flavor.
- Microwave the Mixture: Microwave the mixture for 6 minutes and 30 seconds. Microwaves can vary in power, so keep an eye on it to prevent it from boiling over.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Carefully remove the hot bowl from the microwave using oven mitts. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour and Cool: Pour the hot caramel mixture into the prepared baking dish. If you like a salty-sweet contrast, sprinkle sea salt on top while the caramel is still warm.
- Set the Caramel: Allow the caramel to cool completely at room temperature. For easier slicing, place it in the refrigerator until firm.
- Slice and Store: Once the caramel has set, cut it into pieces. Wrap each piece in wax paper to prevent them from sticking together. Enjoy your homemade salted caramels!
Notes
Serving and Storing Your Salted Caramels
Once your caramel has cooled and set, you can cut it into small squares or any shape you prefer. If you want to add an extra touch, sprinkle sea salt on top while the caramel is still warm. This not only enhances the flavor but also gives the caramels a professional look. For storage, wrap each caramel piece in wax paper to prevent them from sticking together. These caramels make excellent gifts—place them in a decorative tin or a small gift box for a personal touch.
Once your caramel has cooled and set, you can cut it into small squares or any shape you prefer. If you want to add an extra touch, sprinkle sea salt on top while the caramel is still warm. This not only enhances the flavor but also gives the caramels a professional look. For storage, wrap each caramel piece in wax paper to prevent them from sticking together. These caramels make excellent gifts—place them in a decorative tin or a small gift box for a personal touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 38mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 162IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.1mg