Best 12 Caramel Creams Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Caramel Creams, an exquisite collection of creamy and luscious treats that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse selection of Caramel Cream recipes, each offering a unique symphony of flavors and textures. From the classic Crème Caramel, with its velvety custard and rich caramel glaze, to the decadent Caramel Cheesecake, boasting a creamy filling nestled on a graham cracker crust, our recipes cater to every caramel enthusiast. Discover the delightful simplicity of Caramel Pots de Crème, individual servings of smooth and silky caramel custard, or dive into the richness of Chocolate Caramel Cream Pie, a harmonious blend of chocolate and caramel in a flaky pie crust. Elevate your dessert repertoire with Caramel Cream Puffs, filled with a light and airy pastry cream and topped with a caramel glaze, or impress your guests with Caramel Cream Trifle, a layered masterpiece of sponge cake, caramel sauce, and whipped cream. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success in your culinary endeavors. Let your kitchen transform into a haven of sweet aromas as you create these irresistible Caramel Creams, leaving a trail of smiles and satisfied taste buds in your wake.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY CARAMELS



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I discovered this caramel recipe in a local newspaper years ago and have made these soft buttery caramels ever since. I make them for Christmas, picnics and charity auctions-and they are so much better than store-bought caramels. Once people have a taste, they ask for the recipe. -Marcie Wolfe, Williamsburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 teaspoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
1 cup sugar
1 cup dark corn syrup
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 teaspoon butter and set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and remaining butter; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil slowly for 4 minutes without stirring., Remove from the heat; stir in milk. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage), stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla., Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Discard foil; cut candy into 1-in. squares. Wrap individually in waxed paper; twist ends.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 45mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMEL CREAMS



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These cookies are delicious plain, but I like to make them into sandwich cookies with the brown butter filling. In a pinch, you can use a can of frosting. -Barbara Youngers, Kingman, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 large egg yolks
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, pecans and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and beat well. Shape into two 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours. , Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap rolls and cut crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 11-13 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. , For filling, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until golden brown. Pour into a large bowl; beat in confectioners' sugar, vanilla and enough cream to achieve spreading consistency. Spread on the bottoms of half of the cookies; cover with remaining cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CARAMELS I



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I got this from a co-worker about 12 years ago. These are the best melt in your mouth caramels I have ever had, and I always have to make them for Christmas.

Provided by JUDI K.

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 117

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups white sugar
1 ½ cups corn syrup
2 cups heavy cream
1 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Butter a 9x13 inch dish.
  • In a heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, 1 cup cream and butter. Bring to a boil, stirring often, then stir in remaining 1 cup cream. Heat, without stirring, to 242 degrees F (116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a firm but pliable ball. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and pour into prepared dish. Refrigerate.
  • When cool, return candies to room temperature then cut into 1 inch squares and wrap in waxed paper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 9.7 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 15.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CARAMELS



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I have used this recipe for almost 41 years, and have yet to have any bad batches. My grandson loves 'em!

Provided by Barbara

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup corn syrup
1 cup evaporated milk
1 pint heavy whipping cream
1 cup butter
1 ¼ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Grease a 12x15 inch pan.
  • In a medium-size pot, combine sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, whipping cream, and butter. Monitor the heat of the mixture with a candy thermometer while stirring. When the thermometer reaches 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) remove the pot from the heat.
  • Stir in vanilla. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and let the mixture cool completely. When cooled cut the Carmel into small squares and wrap them in wax paper for storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.8 g, Cholesterol 20.2 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 30.4 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

CREME CARAMEL



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These individual creme caramel desserts will be an instant classic. So sweet and creamy, everyone will want seconds, trust us.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups sugar, divided
3 cups whole milk
2 large eggs plus 3 large egg yolks
1/8 teaspoon fine salt
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place eight 4-ounce ramekins in a large roasting pan. Add 4 tablespoons water to a small pot. Add 1 cup sugar and stir to dissolve. Cook over medium-high, swirling occasionally, until caramel begins to turn amber, 6 to 8 minutes. Working quickly, divide caramel between ramekins, swirling ramekins to coat bottoms evenly, set aside.
  • In a medium pot, heat milk over medium until hot, but not boiling. In a medium bowl whisk together whole eggs and yolks, salt, and remaining 1/2 cup sugar. While whisking, ladle some milk into the egg mixture. Whisk in remaining milk, one ladle at a time. Strain through a fine sieve into a large liquid measuring cup, and stir in vanilla. Divide custard evenly among ramekins.
  • Transfer roasting pan to oven. Add enough boiling water to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins. Bake until custards are just set, about 35 minutes.
  • With tongs, remove ramekins from hot water and let cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 3 hours (or up to 3 days). To unmold, run a sharp knife around inside of each ramekins and invert onto a serving plate, gently shaking to release.

CARAMEL CREAM



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Use this cream to fill our Yule Logs.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes 3 cups (enough for 2 yule logs)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup water
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup creme fraiche or sour cream
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of coarse salt

Steps:

  • Prepare an ice-water bath. Heat sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat until mixture boils and sugar dissolves, washing down sides of pan often with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Reduce heat to medium, and cook until sugar turns dark amber, 5 to 7 minutes more. Immediately remove from heat, and carefully whisk in 1 cup cream. Return to medium heat, and cook until sugar melts completely and mixture boils.
  • Remove from heat, and pour into a bowl set in ice-water bath. Let caramel cool, stirring often, for 10 minutes. Stir in creme fraiche, vanilla, and salt. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or up to 5 days.
  • Just before using, beat remaining 1 cup cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into caramel sauce, using a rubber spatula, until incorporated. Whisk to thicken, about 1 minute.

CREME CARAMEL



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup water
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
4 egg yolks
1/2 cup caster or fine sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Place the sugar and water in a heavy-bottomed saucepot over low heat. Let the sugar dissolve. Carefully brush the walls of the pot with a little water to prevent the sugar from crystallizing on the sides. Increase the heat to medium-high and boil until the syrup turns golden brown. Remove from the heat promptly and carefully divide the hot caramel among the 6 ramekins. Let cool for at least 2 minutes.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the milk and cream to just below a boil over medium-high heat. Meanwhile, mix together the egg yolks, caster sugar, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl. Place the mixing bowl on top of a towel to keep it from wobbling while whisking in the hot liquid. Gently whisk 2 tablespoons of the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture. Slowly whisk in the remaining hot milk mixture 1/3 at a time, trying to prevent excess bubbles. Strain though a sieve.
  • Place 6 ramekins evenly spaced in a paper towel-lined baking dish to prevent the ramekins from sliding. Pour 6 ounces into each caramel-coated ramekin. Place on the extended middle rack of the oven. Carefully pour boiling water into the baking dish until 2/3 of the way up the sides of the ramekins. (Be careful not to get any water on the custard mixture.) Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and very gently slide it towards the center of the rack. Bake for about 35 minutes, or until the custards are almost fully set. Remove from the oven. Use tongs to remove the ramekins from the hot water bath. Let stand at room temperature for 5 minutes, then refrigerate until well chilled.
  • To serve, dip the ramekin in very hot water for 15 to 20 seconds. Run a sharp knife around the sides of the ramekin. Invert the custards onto serving plates. The caramel will pool around the inverted custards. Serve immediately.

CARAMEL CREAM SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound sugar
3 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
3/4 cup heavy cream
1-ounce butter

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, water and lemon juice to a boil. Brush down sides of pan with a pastry brush dipped in water. Add the corn syrup and cook until golden. Remove from heat and stir in the heavy cream in a slow but steady stream. If the sauce is lumpy, return the pan to the heat and stir until smooth. With pan off the heat, stir in the butter.
  • Serve over ice cream and nuts (like walnuts or pecans).

CARAMEL PASTRY CREAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield about 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 egg yolks
2 cups milk
2 tablespoons water
1 plump vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped out with a small spoon

Steps:

  • Place the cornstarch and 1/4 cup sugar in a medium bowl and mix together well; add egg yolks and mix until a paste is formed. Stir in 1/2 cup milk. Place remaining 1/4 cup sugar and water in a small heavy pot and stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, swirling the pan occasionally but not stirring, until sugar turns a medium amber. Carefully pour in remaining milk and stir until smooth, Stir in vanilla seeds. Bring mixture back to a simmer then pour hot mixture over mixture in bowl, whisking constantly. Pour back into saucepan. Cook over moderate heat, stirring constantly, until smooth and thick. Remove from heat and stir an additional minute. Transfer to a bowl. Cover with buttered parchment or plastic wrap touching top of cream to avoid skin formation. Chill a minimum of 2 hours or as long as 2 days.

CARAMEL ICE CREAM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 1 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups water
2 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
9 egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup Crema (recipe follows)
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Caramel: In a small, heavy saucepan combine the sugar and the water. Be sure all sugar granules are washed down from pot sides (you can use a pastry brush dipped in water to brush down the sides). Cook over moderate heat, swirling the pan occasionally, until color is golden brown and the mixture smells like caramel. This will take about 10 to 15 minutes. When it is a deep golden color, plunge the bottom of the pot into cold water to immediately stop the cooking (otherwise the heat of the caramel will keep it cooking long after you remove it from the heat, and it could burn). Immediately and with great care, pour the hot caramel onto a large sheet of greased parchment paper on top of a baking sheet. Set aside until cool, then crack into 1/2inch pieces.
  • Ice cream: Combine cream and half-and-half in a medium, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale yellow. Pour in the boiling liquid and stir until combined. Stir in the vanilla. Strain into a large container and refrigerate until cold, or place in a bowl nested in a larger bowl of iced water and stir occasionally until cold. Stir in the Crema. Pour into an ice cream maker and process according to the manufacturers instructions. When ice cream is done, fold in the reserved caramel pieces. Store in freezer 1 to 2 days.
  • In large bowl whisk together cream and buttermilk. Cover and set in a warm place (a gas oven with just the heat from the pilot light for example) for 8 hours. Place in refrigerator. Can be kept for up to a week.

VANILLA CREAM FILLED CARAMELS BULL'S EYE COPYCAT (GLUTEN-FREE)



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Goetze's Bull's Eye caramels are delicious but I haven't eaten one since being diagnosed with Celiac Disease since they contain wheat. I missed them so I started searching for a copycat recipe. I couldn't find one, so I combined a caramel recipe and a cream recipe. The resulting caramels are a lot creamier than authentic Bull's Eyes, but I think are better for it. You'll want a helper for the final stage; it took me around 2.5 hours.

Provided by Andrew Mollmann

Categories     Candy

Time 4h30m

Yield 100 caramels, 50 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup condensed milk
2 cups light corn syrup
1/2 cup water
2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/8 ounce unflavored gelatin (1/2 an envelope)
2 tablespoons cold water
1/2 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
powdered sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Prepare a 9x9 pan by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying the foil with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine the cream and condensed milk in a small saucepan and place the saucepan on a burner set to the lowest heat setting. Do not allow to boil, just keep warm.
  • In a medium-large saucepan combine the corn syrup, water, and granulated sugar over medium-high heat.
  • Stir the candy until the sugar dissolves, then use a wet pastry brush to wash down the sides of the pan to prevent sugar crystals from forming and making the candy grainy.
  • Insert a candy thermometer and reduce the heat to medium. Allow the mixture to come to a boil and cook until the thermometer reads 250°F.
  • Add the softened butter and the warm milk-cream mixture. The temperature should decrease about 30°F.
  • Continue to cook the caramel, stirring constantly so that the bottom does not scorch. Cook it until the thermometer reads 244F, and the caramel is a beautiful dark golden brown.
  • Remove the caramel from the heat and immediately pour into the prepared pan. Do not scrape candy from the bottom of the saucepan. Allow the candy to sit overnight to set up and develop a smooth, silky texture.
  • When you are ready to cut the caramel, place a piece of waxed paper on the counter and lift the caramel from the pan using the foil as handles. Flip the top of the caramel onto the waxed paper and peel the foil layer from the bottom of the caramel.
  • Cream Filling:.
  • Dissolve unflavored gelatin in cold water.
  • Set in heat proof cup in pan; Simmer until clear.
  • Let cool.
  • Cream together shortening, powdered sugar, and vanilla.
  • Add cooled gelatin and beat for 10 minutes.
  • Here comes the time consuming part. Cut a large amount of wax paper rectangles. Try around 3" x 3", adjusting once you get the hang of it.
  • Take a small piece of caramel, about half of a cubic inch, work into a doughnut shape.
  • Take a small amount of cream filling, about the size of .5" diameter sphere, and press into center of caramel. Dust caramel with powdered sugar. This will prevent the caramel from sticking to the paper and your hands.
  • Shape the caramel into a less flat figure and place into center of wax paper square. Wrap paper around caramel.
  • It will take you a few tries to get the technique down. Don't worry about less than perfectly shaped caramels, just eat them! (My stomach hurt after making these, heh).
  • I ended up with 105 caramels and used about 4/5 of the cream filling. It took me 2.5 hours alone to wrap all of them. I'd recommend enlisting some help.

CARAMEL-CREAM FILLING



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Use this cream filling to make our Hazelnut-Praline Torte.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes enough for 1 torte

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
2 cups cold heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
3 large egg yolks, room temperature

Steps:

  • Heat sugar and 4 teaspoons water in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Continue to cook, without stirring, until very deep amber. Carefully pour in 1 cup cream, whisking. Whisk in milk.
  • Put gelatin and 6 tablespoons water into a small bowl. Let stand until gelatin has softened, about 7 minutes.
  • Prepare an ice-water bath; set aside. Whisk egg yolks into caramel mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture registers 165 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. Add gelatin, and whisk until smooth. Pass through a fine sieve into a bowl set in ice-water bath. Let cool, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
  • Beat remaining cup cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into caramel cream. Cover, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes (or overnight).

Tips:

  • For a richer caramel flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • If you don't have heavy cream, you can use milk instead. However, the caramels will be slightly less creamy.
  • Be careful not to overcook the caramel. If you do, it will become hard and brittle.
  • If you're having trouble getting the caramel to the right consistency, you can add a little bit of water.
  • Once the caramels are cooked, let them cool completely before cutting them into pieces.

Conclusion:

Caramel creams are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a simple snack to a special dessert. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create these delicious caramels that everyone will love.

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