Chewy and Soft Homemade Caramel Candy

[@stephengeorge338]

I used to work for a mental institution, I came to understand You either have patience or you become one. I look forward to making this for the Christmas holiday. Thanks

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@TheWorld_2099]

That was literally the quote I needed to read, today. Thank you..!

[@BuddyDanger]

@@SugarSpunRunyou are so GORGEOUS!!!!

[@pitbull1026]

Another WINNER! This is my go to channel when I need a recipe. As a professional cake decorator for over 35 years I've made many desserts over the years. My only regret was not having this channel for guidance throughout those years. This sure would have lessened a lot of errors and headaches a long the way. And last, damn this caramel taste great and she was not kidding, it takes an hour.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so glad you enjoyed them so much! :)

[@SuperDianne]

I made this a week ago and I’m blown away by the flavor. It was my first time making candy and it went well for the most part. A couple small mistakes but nothing that ruined the batch. My friends and family were in awe with the flavor and texture. I want to thank you for sharing and teaching such an amazing recipe. You have so many more I want to try.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm so glad it was such a hit! :)

[@SuperDianne]

@@SugarSpunRun I made another batch of carmels but this time I used brown butter. That ingredient is the chefs kiss.

[@ItsJustMe-nq1dg]

Good for you. I’ve made caramel just a few times. I always get nervous that I will ruin it. The first time is the hardest. ❤❤❤

[@dbolt2w]

Thank you so much for this awesome recipe! My caramel is in the fridge chilling right now and after a cheeky taste test I am so excited to give these to my friends and family for christmas!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope everyone loves them! :)

[@SR-always420]

December 2nd 2024, I followed your recipe exactly and damn girl,😮these are😮the absolute best carmel squares ever. So i did it again the next day, this time i added pecans to one batch and walnuts to another and drizzled the walnut batch with chocolate . I've given to everyone i can. Thank you for the post. Happy holidays

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed them so much! :)

[@cdc060809]

My son used this recipe to make caramel and gave to families and friends. Everybody loved it! And he is going to make more for the holidays. Thank you for sharing!

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! I’m so glad everyone enjoyed them! 😊

[@rosiebess2875]

Making these now ❤ thank you for the recipe- your recipes always WIN 🏆 in my book

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I'm glad you've enjoyed everything so much! I hope you love this one too! :)

[@saraalden5294]

I just finished making these. It really did take 1 hour of stirring. They are DELICIOUS!! Making another batch tomorrow so I can give some to friends.

[@SugarSpunRun]

So glad you loved it! :) I hope your friends enjoy it too!

[@mauvebelly]

This recipe is 11/10. I made this to make homemade samoa cookies, and i cant stop snacking on it! Perfect taste and texture. Thanks!

[@TheVinsere]

Ty ! I always trust your recipes as I've made a lot of them. They're always perfect. You're my "go to" for recipes. :)

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot to me. I’m so glad you have enjoyed everything so much. 😊

[@bettyward4634]

i made them and mine didn’t work i’ll have to try again 😢 i had to turn it off and get grandkids off the bus so not sure if that where i messed up

[@sar5310]

Thank you for being so detailed on how long the process takes and the stall time! I made caramel the other day and the recipe I followed wasn’t so detailed about actual timing ⏱️ I ended up saving it but it was a bit sandy 😅

[@SugarSpunRun]

You’re welcome! I hope this turns out better. 😊

[@sar5310]

@@SugarSpunRun It definitely did! Your recipe turned out delicious!

[@deshannsears5392]

Good morning a must try looks delicious 😋 love Caramel

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them! :)

[@brendafain9962]

Hey chef. Your brown butter chocolate chip cookies were a hit. Thank you. Will definitely make these for my fam. TFS

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed them! 😊

[@brendafain9962]

​@@SugarSpunRun Hi chef. Did I overcook, if the caramel seized? It didn't have a pull to it. Just checking. TFS

[@cuteLisa08]

Great I'm going to make this for the holiday season.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I hope you love it! :)

[@barbaraking9966]

Looking delicious and very easy to make

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

Thank you Sam very good thank you bless to you nd family

[@Javaman92]

Wow Sam, you spent two hours stirring just to show us how to make this awesome looking candy, that's dedication. Honestly, I don't know if I've the patience for this one. Besides I still have your snickerdoodles AND chocolate chip cookies to eat 😋🤣🤷😁

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣 Sounds like to you need to get eating! ;) It is a good bit of effort to make these caramels, but they are oooooo soooo good!

[@carolO22]

Great recipe🤗😋 I clicked on the link for the candy thermometer and it shows the scoopers instead. If you have a chance, could you leave the link to your candy thermometer? I made your cracker candy recipe recently and everyone in my house loved it. Your recipes are always a huge hit. I have been making your white sandwich bread every week and my family can't get enough of it. Thank you so much for the amazing recipes 👍👍👍

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm so sorry! I have fixed the link so it should take you to the candy thermometer now. I'm so glad you've been enjoying everything and I hope you love these caramels just as much! :)

[@Russ12345]

Just made some last night..Wow what a perfect recipe. Thank-you

[@SugarSpunRun]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed them! :)

[@debroahkayross4367]

I am going to make it tomorrow ( Sunday).

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! 😊

[@wxfield]

Sprinkle the salt into a funnel that is aimed at the center of the confection..it'll all land perfectly for you. Hardly any waste too.

[@SugarSpunRun]

That's a great idea! I'll have to try it sometime! :)

[@johnwall4690]

Well Sam I will be doing this one as well. Doing Chocolate cordials and figure this for those that can't have chocolate will like this instead. Thanks again!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@johnwall4690]

@@SugarSpunRun I'm sure my family will. Hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas & that we all have a wondrous, joy filled new year; Thanks again.

[@kathybray7156]

Soft home made candy says soft ❤ thanks

[@stephaniel8164]

OK I made this last night with my husband stirring constantly while I prepared other desserts. He said it was 243 degrees so we poured it into the pan. Today when I lifted it out, it's super soft like a jam but super delicious so I'm saving it and we can smear it on pancakes and French toast! I should've watched this video first but I'm definitely making this again!!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

I'm glad you were still able to enjoy it! Hopefully it goes better next time. :)

[@stephaniel8164]

​@SugarSpunRun made them again last night and they turned out soooooo perfect! Soft and chewy with a delicious buttery flavor and they don't stick to your teeth or feel like you have to chew for a while like gum, lol. Also, they twisted up perfectly in wax paper squares! Absolutely 💯 will make this recipe from now on!!!! 🎉

[@thethriftyfawn]

Looks really good! And without all the processed chemical ingredients and allergens like the store bought stuff. Great job! 😊

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope you enjoy it 😊

[@kimberlyburdick9666]

I am about to try to make your recipe today... 😊 I can't wait..

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love it! :)

[@naveenaponnaganti]

How long would i store those candies???

[@SugarSpunRun]

Store in an airtight container (or wrapped in wax paper or cellophane!) at room temperature. Caramels will keep for several months.

[@LarryBanks85]

I love this and I love caramel.

[@chrispeterson1816]

This was great just made this and will definitely make it again

[@sallyeblen7032]

I would love some of those!!!!!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

They are so good!

[@SavoryExperimentsCooking]

Caramel with salt? You're speaking my language! Thanks for sharing!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Is there a better combo?

[@dedew9783]

How can I store this for Christmas

[@DiaDia18]

Very nice recipie Sam! They looks amazing! Sam were you get you pan we you make in these video the dessert? Have a nice day and good week! 👍👏🎄☃️❄️

[@SugarSpunRun]

I actually have a link to the pot I use in the description. You can get it from Amazon. :)

[@DiaDia18]

@@SugarSpunRun Thanks Sam! 🙂🙂🙂

[@KiddiesFlix]

Love this! ❤❤❤ thank you!

[@laurieroach2127]

So yummy thank you!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hope you enjoy! :)

[@jillcollins2348]

These r delicious do u have a chocolate caramel recipe? Can u just add chocolate to this caramel to make chocolate Caramel? Thanks 🙏🏼 love all your tips

[@chele8893]

Couldn't you put the salt on when it's still warm to allow it to set in a bit?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You won't want to do it while it's too warm that it'll melt the salt. I've never really had issues with it not sticking. :)

[@AlexaVonSuess]

I wait 20 minutes after pouring the caramel into the pan and then sprinkle salt over top. The surface is warm enough to hold the salt but generally the caramel is cooled enough to not melt it.

[@siedmondson9750]

I made this recipe today, OMG, very good. I wonder if I can use this same recipe for my caramel cake, just not cook it as long.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I’m not sure how that would go, but I do have a caramel cake with a much easier caramel frosting. 😊 m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpq4lYCZiMSFq9E

[@sebastianmartinezdiaz8595]

Can I use maple syrup instead of the corn syrup?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I would be worried they wouldn't turn out quite right. :)

[@phoebechiki5529]

Caramel!!! You’re speaking my language 🤤

[@stacystoltz8722]

Ilove that Candy

[@rosalieholdaway6017]

Cant wait to try these

[@SugarSpunRun]

Enjoy! :)

[@danniemcdonald4903]

Those look so good! I was wondering if humidity would have an effect on the caramels setting. I have problems with divinity because of it. I'd hate to go through all of that stirring just to end up with caramel dip.😟

[@SugarSpunRun]

Humidity can cause issues here. :(

[@heerakhambatta2910]

Hi Sam I m from 🇮🇳 India. Love watching your recipes. But now gonna definitely try out ur cakes n this caramel toffee

[@SugarSpunRun]

I hope you love them ❤️

[@heerakhambatta2910]

@@SugarSpunRun DEFINITELY DEAR. PLUS going to try the reverse cakes too. I jus bake for my family asa hobby. GOD BLESS YOU. 😍😍

[@temitopeoluwaseun]

Thank you for this recipe was a life saver. If I want it hard I can just take it to hard crack stage right? Also if I want it as a sauce what temp should I stop at

[@SugarSpunRun]

Taking it to hard crack stage should work, but be careful, it's going to get really hard! I do have a caramel sauce you can check out. :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoPRoH5mo812nc0

[@temitopeoluwaseun]

@@SugarSpunRun thank you very much for your response. I just did process worked out except for the fact that it’s harder than expected so probably won’t take it up to 240F next time other than that tastes 😊 great

[@karenbalkaranali4739]

Excellent!!!

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! :)

[@celticceltic99]

Is there a substitute for evaporated milk? I cannot eat carrageenan.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I do not know of a good substitute. :(

[@ummahmedca]

I know what u mean. Carrageenan has been shown to cause health issues in some people and seems to be added to everything nowadays. You could try looking in the international food section for it since Carrageenan isn't used in many foreign countries. I've managed to find it without Carrageenan.

[@celticceltic99]

@@ummahmedca thanks

[@charlotter8276]

I have a question. Do you have a recipe for homemade 3 musketeers? I’m trying to find one that really works, that isn’t brick hard or too runny. Thanks love your recipes and videos always! 🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I don’t have a recipe for a homemade 3 musketeers. 😔

[@janiecarroll6988]

Hi Sam can I dip my apples in here now to make taffy apples? Thank you very much

[@SugarSpunRun]

Hi Janie I honestly am not completely sure how well it would work, I haven't tried it with this recipe but I'm skeptical it would firm up properly.

[@tyquanartis6937]

I like Carmel the old fashioned way. Because it's so good eating it out the store.

[@stardroplet9499]

😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

🤣

[@cutiepawsa876]

Love your energy and recipes. Is there a way to make caramel without the corn syrup? I think corn syrup is nasty, it should never even be sold on the market.

[@rosefangirl8035]

Can I use molasses instead of corn syrup

[@ruthstellatella242]

Can you make this with out corn syrup?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I wouldn’t recommend it here. 😔

[@dedew9783]

Can I use fat free evaporated milk?

[@chele8893]

243 Degrees.....is that the same for High Alt?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I believe it has to be adjusted, but I am not familiar with high altitude baking to advise on exactly how to do it.

[@chele8893]

@@SugarSpunRun Okay, I checked and the adjustment is quite a bit! 2 degrees for every 1000 ft! No wonder mine was ROCK HARD! :(. wished Id had checked this out first. DANG!

[@ummahmedca]

I have a bit of a dilemma. Made these last night. Cooked to 242F. Barely got it poured out of the pot into the tray before it was beginning to scorch on the bottom from not stirring for a few seconds. Today went to cut into pieces and they're definitely not as soft as yours. A bit on the harder side. I'm guessing they've cooked a tad too long? Although I did use my candy thermometer. Now I'm wondering if there's a way to soften them a bit. Maybe melt some, add a touch of cream and let set again?? I made these to use in other recipes calling for Kraft caramels like carmelitas but I don't want hard caramels. Please advise what u would do.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I don't think there's a way to soften them. :( I would probably use a little bit lower temperature if it started to burn that quickly. :(

[@melissademas3000]

Remember to adjust the temperature for high altitude.

[@anniejones0423CreativeIdeas]

I'm mad at myself. I followed the recipe to the T. I don't have a candy thermometer, so I kept stirring for almost 1 hour. The caramel was getting dark and too hard to stir. I kept the temp at med-low because I have an electric stove. (I don't like it) It's as hard as a rock. I'll figure something out.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Ugh that’s frustrating… I’m sorry. 😞

[@vicb5098]

243 degrees-is that at sea level?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Yes. I believe you have to adjust the temperature for high altitude. I'm not sure exactly how it's done.

[@chellecallo8354]

I doubled the recipe and brought my temp up to 240 consistently stirring, lowest heat setting and it’s super dark and gritty ugh! First time I made this it was perfect.

[@SugarSpunRun]

Doubling it can be tricky. 😔 I’m glad you enjoyed it the first time. Candy can just be very finicky.

[@mjernette7563]

How can I make this vegan?

[@SugarSpunRun]

Unfortunately I am not sure how to make this vegan.

[@theofficialfalcon]

Was my first time making these, unfortunately it turned out rock hard 😂

[@SugarSpunRun]

Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear this! It sounds like it may have just been cooked a little too long. :(

[@jeannet7443]

Can you provide a link to the knife you use to cut the caramels? I make my mother's caramels every Christmas, but I would like to try your recipe. My mother's recipe is very similar to yours (she didn't use evaporated milk, however, only heavy cream). She also used a Wear-Ever aluminum pot for making her caramels. A few years ago I bought a 4-qt non-stick pot, and find it is so much easier when stirring and when pouring out the caramel mixture when it is done because the mixture just slides out. It is also much lighter than the stainless pan I had used previously. Plus, it has silicone handles, which also make it much easier and safer to handle when pouring the caramel mixture into the prepared pan! I also use a long silicone spatula. Since I give the caramels as gifts (my mother is no longer able to cook), I wrap them in 4x4" foil candy wrappers (my mother just cut up wax paper), which come in beautiful colors for Christmas, or clear cellophane wrappers.

[@SugarSpunRun]

I have added a link for the knives. :) I hope you love these as much as you love your mom's. :)

[@jeannet7443]

@@SugarSpunRun Thank you!

[@homegrownorganics5905]

Oops your link is for an ice cream scoop not a candy thermometer

[@shirlinrodrigues1059]

Click on the recipe link, and you’ll find it there

[@SugarSpunRun]

Sorry about that! It should be fixed. :)

[@trulylynn9941]

Do you make tootsie rolls as well? I bet you do because you are amazing young lady💖💋

[@SugarSpunRun]

Thank you! I actually don’t have a tootsie roll recipe. I’m sorry. 😔

[@samename6479]

Do you have a recipe of a toffee like sweet treat that many call Brickle or Christmas Crack made w a saltiness?

[@SugarSpunRun]

I do!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKG9ZqtqpZlng5I

[@samename6479]

@@SugarSpunRun thank you

[@homegrownorganics5905]

Can you double this recipe?

[@SugarSpunRun]

You can, but candy can be tricky and it's definitely going to require more patience. I generally don't double candy in case something goes wrong, then I haven't wasted a whole lot of ingredients and time.

[@JFlower7]

Haha-- once you said you had to stir for about an hour--I decided to go to See's.

[@breezybateman3201]

Man I just tried this, and I was so excited for days waiting to try it, but mine didn’t even get to 300F and it’s hard as rock, and not super flavorful. I’m so so sad and disappointed. I don’t know what I did wrong.

[@TheSporeManiac2]

I'm not usually one to reply to comments on KZbin, but I feel like this is an appropriate situation to do so. If you haven't already learned what went wrong, I can almost certainly say that it was overcooked. The recipe says to cook it to 243 degrees fahrenheit, but it seems like you tried to go to somewhere over 300 degrees, since you said that it wouldn't even get to 300. Sorry if you've already figured that out, but since there were no replies to your comment, I figured I'd chime in.

[@stardroplet9499]

😋

[@LittleBabywriter]

"If you see any brown bits immediately turn the heat down" Lady, the whole caramel is brown.

[@SugarSpunRun]

You didn't watch the video did you.....

[@Autism_Forever]

Salt in caramels is an atrocity. Caramels are a sweet dessert. Thank you for sharing your recipe ♥

[@SugarSpunRun]

Salt complements caramel EXTREMELY well. It’s actually an incredibly common flavor combo. 😊

[@Autism_Forever]

@@SugarSpunRun It is extremely sensory unfriendly to mix sweet and salty flavors. All of my Autistic family hates salty caramels. I first learned this bizarre dish after coming to usa. In my home country people eat sweet caramels. I think it is matter of preference, culture, and accessibility.

[@MrSuperPsymon]

2:34 An hour!?! Ok, I'm out. ☕😐