Ingredients and Weight:
- Sugar: 500 grams
- Cream: 200 milliliters
- Butter: 100 grams
- Sea salt: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and 3 tablespoons of water.
- Place over medium-high heat and stir until sugar dissolves.
- Once dissolved, stop stirring and let the sugar boil until it turns amber color. Be careful not to burn it.
- Reduce heat to low and slowly pour cream into caramel while stirring continuously. Be careful as the caramel may splatter and be hot.
- Add butter and sea salt and stir until combined.
- Add vanilla extract, if using, and mix well.
- Pour into a prepared baking dish lined with baking paper and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, break into pieces or cut into desired shapes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each caramel will vary depending on size but generally around 70-90 calories each.
- Carbohydrates: High due to sugar content.
- Fat: Moderate due to butter content.
- Protein: Low.
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and smooth texture with a slight crunch from the caramel exterior.
- Sweet and salty flavors combined, with a hint of vanilla for depth.
- Perfect as a dessert or as a snack.
User Comments:
- "These caramels are amazing! The texture is so creamy and the flavor is spot on." - John Doe, New York.
- "I love the combination of sweet and salty in these caramels, they are addictive!" - Jane Smith, California.
- "The vanilla really enhances the flavor of these caramels, they are delicious." - Michael Johnson, Texas.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful when handling hot caramel as it can splatter and cause burns.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to ensure even heating and prevent burning.
- Keep an eye on the caramel while it's boiling as it can burn easily. Adjust heat if necessary to maintain a gentle boil.
