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Chewy Caramel Candy Without Corn Syrup

Homemade Chewy Caramel Candy Without Corn Syrup Bliss

This Homemade Chewy Caramel Candy Without Corn Syrup is a delightful sweet treat made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Caramel Base
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Reduce added salt if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No direct substitution recommended.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A pinch of sea salt can be used for garnish.
Flavoring
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Vinegar can be an alternative if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla is preferred.
Finish
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt For garnish.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • saucepan
  • candy thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease a 1.5qt loaf pan with butter or cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine unsalted butter and heavy whipping cream over medium heat until smooth.
  3. In a separate saucepan, melt sugar without stirring for about 5-7 minutes until golden amber color.
  4. Carefully stir in butter and cream mixture along with lemon juice into the melted sugar.
  5. Return saucepan to medium heat, stirring continuously and monitoring temperature to reach 250°F.
  6. Pour caramel into prepared loaf pan and let cool at room temperature for about 3 hours or overnight.
  7. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut caramels and garnish with flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 11gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for precision, and prevent crystallization by including lemon juice. Experiment with different flavors for a personalized touch.

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