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Homemade Microwave Caramels

If you've ever wanted to make homemade caramels but thought they were too tricky or time-consuming, you're going to love these easy microwave caramels! They're soft, chewy, buttery, and full of that rich caramel flavor we all love, without standing over the stove. They're perfect for Christmas treats, neighbor gifts, or whenever you're craving a little homemade sweetness!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Course Dessert, Snack, Treat
Cuisine American
Servings 30 servings
Calories 72 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the baking dish. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Lightly butter the parchment paper to help the caramels release easily.
  • Melt the butter. Place the butter in a large, microwave-safe glass bowl and microwave until melted.
  • Add the remaining ingredients. Stir the other ingredients into the melted butter until well combined.
  • Microwave the caramels. Microwave for 3 minutes, then carefully remove the bowl and stir. Return to the microwave for another 3 minutes.
  • Check the temperature. Carefully use a candy thermometer to check the caramel temperature. It needs to reach 240°F for the right consistency. If it hasn't reached 240°F, continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring and checking the temperature between each interval.
  • Pour and cool. Carefully pour the hot caramel into the prepared baking dish. Let it sit at room temperature until completely cooled and hardened.
  • Cut and wrap. Once the caramel has hardened, cut it into small pieces. If desired, wrap each piece individually in small squares of parchment paper.

Notes

The caramel will be extremely hot, so use oven mitts when handling the bowl and avoid touching or tasting the caramel until it has cooled.
*Because this is a microwave recipe, the final temperature matter more than the exact cooking time. Please make sure to use a food thermometer. 

Nutrition

Calories: 72kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 0.4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 22mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 61IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 0.01mg
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