Microwave Caramels
Delicious and easy homemade microwave caramels that are chewy and sweet, perfect for sharing or enjoying yourself.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup butter Generously butter the pan.
- 2.5 cups packed brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 14-oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla Add at the end of cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Generously butter a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of butter.
- Once melted, add 2 ½ cups of packed brown sugar, 1 cup of light corn syrup, and 1 (14-oz) can of sweetened condensed milk. Mix well.
Cooking
- Microwave the mixture on full power for 4-5 minutes.
- Remove from microwave and stir. Continue microwaving for another 4-5 minutes.
- Stir again and add 1 tsp of vanilla.
- Pour the caramel into the buttered pan and let it cool completely for 1-2 hours.
- Once cooled, cut the caramel with a knife and wrap each piece in wax paper.
Notes
To keep caramels fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.