Luscious Soft Caramels

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Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter
2 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Prepare the Pan:

Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Lightly grease the parchment paper.
Cook the Caramel:

In a heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk, and mix well.
Cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it reaches a firm ball stage (245°F to 250°F on a candy thermometer).
Add Flavor and Pour:

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the hot caramel mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Cool and Cut:

Let the caramel cool completely at room temperature, or refrigerate until firm.
Once firm, use the parchment overhang to lift the caramel out of the pan. Cut into small squares or rectangles.
Wrap and Store:

Wrap each caramel piece in wax paper or parchment paper and twist the ends to secure.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 75 kcal per piece | Servings: 64 pieces

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