Ingredients and Weight:
- Sugar: 500g
- Water: 200ml
- Heavy Cream: 300ml
- Butter: 100g (1/2 cup)
- Sea salt: 1 teaspoon
- Nuts or candy floss for topping (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Once the sugar starts to caramelize and turn golden, reduce the heat to low and carefully add the heavy cream, butter, and sea salt.
- Stir until well combined and continue cooking until the caramel reaches the desired thickness.
- Remove from heat and pour into a baking dish or individual serving dishes. Allow to cool and set at room temperature.
- Garnish with your choice of nuts or candy floss before serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these values may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
- Calories: 500-600 per serving (approx.)
- Carbohydrates: High
- Fat: Moderate (from butter and cream)
- Protein: Low
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy and crispy texture combined.
- Rich caramel flavor with a salted finish.
- Versatile dish that can be served as a dessert or as a snack.
User Comments:
- "This caramel is amazing! The texture is perfect, not too hard and not too soft."
- "Love the combination of salt and caramel, gives it a unique flavor."
- "Great recipe, easy to follow, and the result is impressive."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful when handling hot caramel as it can be very dangerous if splashed on skin or clothing.
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the sugar from burning at the bottom.
- Adjust the thickness of the caramel by cooking for longer or shorter times, depending on your preference.
