Salted Caramel Bliss
Dive into the delightful combination of sweet and salty with these irresistible homemade caramel candies. Each bite is a heavenly balance of rich caramel infused with a touch of sea salt, making every piece an indulgent treat.
ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Coarse sea salt, for topping
steps
- 1.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat until it turns a deep amber color, stirring occasionally.
- 2.
Add the butter and stir until it fully melts, then slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously.
- 3.
Stir in the sea salt and vanilla extract. Cook the mixture for another 1-2 minutes until everything is well combined and the caramel thickens slightly.
- 4.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes. Then pour the caramel into a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
- 5.
Allow the caramel to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then sprinkle coarse sea salt over the top.
- 6.
Place the dish in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, or until the caramel has fully set.
- 7.
Once set, remove the caramel from the dish and cut it into bite-sized squares.
- 8.
Optionally, wrap each caramel candy in wax paper for an elegant touch.
- 9.
Store the candies in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
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