CRANBERRY CARAMELS

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When I make holiday goodies, my sister always asks when I'm sending the cranberry caramels. They keep well, wrapped in plastic wrap, at room temperature, or in the freezer. -Jan Rinker, Craig, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 1-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
1 cup sugar
1 cup chopped fresh cranberries
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Line an 8-in. square dish with foil; grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, cranberries, corn syrup, cream, salt and remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Using a pastry brush dipped in water, wash down the sides of the pan to eliminate sugar crystals. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage)., Remove from heat. Immediately pour into prepared pan (do not scrape saucepan). Let stand until firm, about 5 hours or overnight., Using foil, lift candy out of pan; remove foil. Using a buttered knife, cut caramel into 1-in. squares. Wrap individually in waxed paper; twist ends.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

theblackmage 200
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I'm going to make these caramels for my next party.


Sam Gill
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These caramels look delicious!


Noelani Suzuki8
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Philip Ndoli
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These caramels are the perfect holiday treat.


Jebun Nahar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe!


Flower Heaven Decor
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These caramels are a great gift idea.


Koman Gurung
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I'll be making these caramels again for sure!


Brian Neas
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Syed Rafqatshah
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These caramels are a bit pricey, but they're worth it.


Alannha Pate
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I love that these caramels are made with all-natural ingredients.


Hiya
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These caramels are a great make-ahead treat. They're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Karma channel
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I still enjoyed these caramels. The caramel flavor is really good.


Aurora Velasquez
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These caramels are a bit too chewy for my taste, but they still have a great flavor.


Laura Aziz
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I love the combination of cranberries and caramel. It's so unique and delicious.


md farvez
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These caramels are so rich and decadent. They're perfect for a special occasion.


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I had some trouble getting the caramel to the right consistency, but they still turned out well.


Marvellina Smith
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These caramels are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still very good.


Stylish Khan
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The instructions were easy to follow and the caramels turned out perfectly. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!


Daddy Munchkin
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I made these caramels for a Christmas party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Mathias Kwami Sosu
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These caramels are absolutely divine! The cranberry and caramel flavors blend together perfectly, and the texture is so smooth and creamy. I'll definitely be making these again and again.