Best 6 Easy Milk Caramels Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delightful Milk Caramels, a confectionery treat that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized morsels of creamy caramel, enveloped in a delicate layer of milk chocolate, offer a luscious combination of textures and flavors. Homemade with love and care, our Milk Caramels are a delightful indulgence for any occasion.

This article presents three irresistible variations of Milk Caramels, each offering a unique twist on this classic sweet. The first recipe, Classic Milk Caramels, provides a timeless taste experience with its smooth and creamy caramel center, coated in rich milk chocolate. For those who prefer a touch of crunch, the Salted Milk Caramels offer a delightful contrast between the sweet caramel and the savory salt crystals. And for a delightful burst of flavor, the Espresso Milk Caramels infuse the caramel with the rich aroma of coffee, creating a decadent treat that is perfect for coffee lovers.

With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, this article guides you through the process of making these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, you'll find the recipes easy to follow and the results simply irresistible. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these sweet delights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY MILK CARAMELS



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Make and share this EASY Milk Caramels recipe from Food.com.

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Candy

Time 40m

Yield 1 pan

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
3 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Heat the sugar with syrup in 1 cup of milk.
  • Stir until dissolved.
  • Then cook to 246-248 or firm ball stage.
  • Stir occasionally, slowly adding the 2nd cup of milk.
  • Repeat cooking process.
  • Add remaining milk, butter & salt.
  • Cook to 246-248 (until a ball in cold water is firm as desired for firmness in caramels). Remove from heat; add in the vanilla extract.
  • Immediately pour into a buttered pan.
  • Let cool before cutting into squares.

SOFT CHEWY CARAMELS



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One of my first experiences with cooking was helping my mother make these caramels. We'd make up to 12 batches each year. Today, I do at least 95 percent of the cooking at home, but my wife does much of the baking. -Robert Sprenkle, Hurst, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
2-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup dark corn syrup

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 tablespoon butter. In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt remaining butter. Add the brown sugar, milk and corn syrup. Cook and stir until candy thermometer reads 250° (hard-ball stage). , Pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 32mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CHEWY CARAMEL



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Rich, chewy caramel to individually wrap or use in candy making.

Provided by HARSHMA

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter or margarine
1 pound light brown sugar
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 cup light corn syrup
1 pinch salt
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, sweetened condensed milk, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Heat to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface. Cook for 2 minutes at that temperature. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Meanwhile, butter a 9x13 inch baking pan. When the caramel is ready, pour into the buttered pan. Allow to cool completely at room temperature. Remove from the pan and cut into squares using scissors. Wrap individual pieces in waxed paper or cellophane.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.7 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 19.4 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 66.8 mg, Sugar 23.2 g

OH-SO-EASY CARAMEL SAUCE



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This is a rich, sweet caramel sauce that can be made at the last minute that is great on bread pudding, gingerbread, apple pie, chopped apples, ice cream, and anything else you want to put it on.

Provided by BARB MAXWELL

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Dessert Sauce Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
¼ cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Bring brown sugar, butter, and milk to a gentle boil and cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat; add vanilla extract.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 31.1 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 92.6 mg, Sugar 27.1 g

MILK CARAMEL



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Making homemade caramel couldn't be easier with this recipe. Simmer a can of condensed milk until it's reduced by half and turned to a golden brown hue. The result is a rich, caramelized cream similar to dulce de leche. Use this recipe to make our Pumpkin-Gingerbread Ice Cream Sandwiches.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 1

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Cook condensed milk in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until reduced by almost half, about 2 hours.
  • Remove from heat, and beat with a wooden spoon until cool.

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.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the caramel from burning.
  • Constantly stir the caramel while it is cooking to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
  • Use a candy thermometer to accurately measure the temperature of the caramel.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the caramel forms a soft ball, it is ready.
  • Be careful when working with hot caramel, as it can cause severe burns.
  • Allow the caramel to cool completely before cutting and wrapping it.

Conclusion:

Making milk caramels at home is a fun and rewarding experience. By following these simple tips, you can create delicious and professional-looking caramels that are perfect for gift-giving or enjoying yourself. With a little practice, you'll be able to make milk caramels that are just as good as (or even better than!) the ones you buy in the store. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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