OLD-FASHIONED CARAMELS

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Before I was married, my future father-in-law would fix these creamy caramels at Christmas and send me some. The recipe has been in my husband's family for decades...so, when we got married, I learned to make them, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, divided
2 cups sugar
1-3/4 cups light corn syrup
2 cups half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans, optional

Steps:

  • Line an 11x7-in. pan with foil; grease with 1 tablespoon butter and set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and remaining butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil gently for 4 minutes without stirring. , Remove from the heat; stir in cream. 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 and pecans if desired. Pour into prepared pan; cool. Using foil, lift candy out of pan. Gently peel off foil; cut candy into 1-in. squares.

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I wish these caramels were available in more stores.


rAnO aBbAsii
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These caramels are a bit pricey, but they're worth it.


scary horror
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I love the way these caramels package. They're so pretty.


Brandon Hamilton
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These caramels are the perfect size for a quick snack.


Itz_Your local_Olviaa
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I love the way these caramels look. They're so shiny and perfect.


Nizam Ullah
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These caramels are the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness.


Md Kabir Hossain
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I love the fact that these caramels are made with simple ingredients. I know exactly what I'm eating.


Rana Waris
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These caramels are the perfect treat for a cold winter day.


NGABONZIZA CHRISTIAN
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I love the way these caramels melt in my mouth. They're so smooth and creamy.


Gracie Ortaliz
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These caramels are so good! They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Shakil Jee
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I've made these caramels several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Yeboah
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These caramels are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit.


Lily Thornsbury
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I'm not a big fan of caramels, but these were really good. They're not too sweet and they have a nice creamy texture.


Sonjit Roy
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These caramels are so delicious! The flavor is amazing and they're so soft and chewy. I will definitely be making these again.


Md. Emam
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I love how easy this recipe is. I was able to make these caramels in no time. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.


SHAHZAIB JAMALI
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These caramels are the best I've ever had! They're so smooth and creamy, and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sultan Emad
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I've never made caramels before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. The caramels turned out perfectly! They're so rich and flavorful.


Nina Croton
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I made these caramels for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making them again.


Easy Drawing
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These caramels are absolutely delicious! They're so soft and creamy, and the flavor is just perfect. I love the fact that they're made with simple ingredients, too. They're definitely a new favorite of mine.