Chocolate Caramels #2

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, chewy chocolate caramels with a smooth texture and deep cocoa flavor.
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Chocolate Caramels #2

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 590.9

Description

These homemade Chocolate Caramels offer a decadent alternative to store-bought candies, featuring a perfect balance of sweet caramel and rich unsweetened chocolate. The addition of vanilla extract and chopped nuts provides a complex flavor profile and delightful crunch. With a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth, these treats are ideal for holiday gift boxes, dessert platters, or a sweet indulgence with coffee. While they require careful temperature monitoring to achieve the correct consistency, the result is a sophisticated confection that showcases classic candy-making techniques. They store well wrapped in wax paper, making them a thoughtful, handmade gift for friends and family.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Combine sugar, light corn syrup, salt, unsweetened chocolate squares, and 1 cup of cream in a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula until the mixture comes to a full boil.
  3. Once boiling, gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup of cream, ensuring the boiling does not stop.
  4. Continue cooking the mixture, stirring constantly to prevent scorching, until it reaches the firm-ball stage (248&# 194;°F (120ðC)), testing by dropping a small amount into cold water to see if it forms a firm ball.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 cup of chopped nuts until fully incorporated.
  7. Pour the hot caramel mixture into a buttered 8-inch square pan.
  8. Allow the caramels to cool completely at room temperature until firm.
  9. Turn the slab out onto a cutting board and cut into 3/4-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 590.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 613.7mg26%
Total Carbohydrate 152.8g51%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 134.4g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chocolate, caramel, candy, homemade, dessert, confection, chewy, vanilla, nuts, gift, holiday, sweet, treat, chew, chocolate-caramel
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