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Microwave Caramel Recipe

Calling all caramel lovers! This Microwave Caramel Recipe is simple to make, a treat that's perfect for the holiday season. Ready in just 30 minutes.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword caramel, microwave
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Chill 20 minutes
Servings 48 squares

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 2/3 cup walnuts – optional

Instructions

  • Line an 8×8″ pan with parchment. Grease the parchment with a little butter & set aside.
  • Place the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl & heat until melted (approx 15 seconds).
  • Add the sugar, corn syrup & sweetened condensed milk & stir until smooth.
  • Return the bowl to the microwave & heat for another 5-1/2 to 7 minutes depending on the wattage of your microwave. (remove & carefully stir at the halfway point)
  • Test to see if the caramel is ready by placing a small spoon into the caramel & then immediately into a cup of cold water. If it is able to be formed into a soft ball of caramel, then it is done & ready to be transferred out of the bowl. If it is still too soft, cook an additional 30-60 seconds.
  • Carefully fold in the vanilla, sea salt & then the walnuts if desired.
  • Pour into the prepared pan & refrigerate for about 20 minutes to cool.
  • Use a plastic knife to cut (because this prevents stickinand wrap each piece with wax or parchment paper squares.