Ingredients and Weight:
- Sugar: 500 grams
- Butter: 100 grams
- Cream: 200 milliliters
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon (optional)
- Sea salt flakes or coarse salt for finishing (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sugar with 50 milliliters of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once the sugar starts to caramelize and turn golden, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Be careful as the caramel may splatter.
- Once the butter is fully melted, pour in the cream and stir carefully to combine. The caramel will bubble vigorously.
- Add the salt and vanilla extract, if using, and continue to stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the caramel into a baking dish or mold and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, break or cut into pieces and sprinkle with sea salt flakes, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary slightly based on specific ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approx. 500 calories per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Carbohydrates: High
- Fat: Moderate (from butter and cream)
- Protein: Low
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy caramel flavor with a slight saltiness that enhances the sweetness.
- A popular American dessert that can be enjoyed as a snack or a sweet treat after a meal.
- The addition of sea salt flakes gives it a unique finishing touch.
User Comments:
- "These caramel candies are fantastic! The combination of sweet and salty is perfect." - John Doe, New York
- "Love the rich caramel flavor and the sea salt finishing makes it even better." - Jane Smith, California
- "Easy to make and a great dessert for family gatherings." - 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 prevent the caramel from burning.
- For best results, use good quality ingredients like unsalted butter and full-fat cream.
