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Easy Microwave Caramels

Simple and easy caramels made in the microwave with just one bowl and no candy thermometer! Sprinkle them with salt, dip or drizzle them with chocolate or wrap them in waxed paper to give as gifts!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
16 mins
Servings: 36 caramels
Calories: 60 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup corn syrup (Karo Syrup)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
Optional Toppings
  • salt
  • chocolate

Instructions

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  1. Mix all ingredients in a large microwave safe bowl (the mixture will bubble up so make sure there is lots of room in the bowl).
  2. Microwave on high for 6-7 minutes, stirring every 90 seconds.
  3. Pour into a small buttered dish and allow to cool completely. Cut into small squares.
  4. If desired, drizzle with chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt.
Note: This mixture gets VERY hot. Ensure there are no children underfoot when you make this.

Notes

  • This was cooked in a 1000W microwave at 6 minutes and produced a soft yet chewy caramel.
  • Nutrition calculated without salt or chocolate garnish.

Nutrition Information

Calories 60 (3%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 4mg (1%) Sodium 25mg (1%) Potassium 19mg (1%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 50IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 16mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 36caramels

Amount Per Serving

Calories 60

% Daily Value*

Calories 60 3%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 4mg 1%
Sodium 25mg 1%
Potassium 19mg 0%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 50IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 16mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.