Brown Sugar Candy
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistibly creamy Brown Sugar Candy recipe, a nostalgic treat that's as simple to make as it is satisfying to enjoy. Featuring the rich, caramel-like depth of brown sugar, combined with velvety unsalted butter and luscious heavy cream, this old-fashioned candy recipe is a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Enhanced with a hint of pure vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, each bite delivers a cozy, homemade charm. With just a few pantry staples and minimal prep time, this easy dessert is ideal for gifting, holiday spreads, or whenever a craving for something sweet strikes. Ready in under 30 minutes (plus time to set), these bite-sized squares of pure comfort are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
Grease a 9x9 inch pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, unsalted butter, and heavy cream.
Stir the mixture constantly until the butter is fully melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and continue stirring for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Let the mixture cool for 5-10 minutes, then gradually sift in the powdered sugar, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Allow the candy to set at room temperature for 2-3 hours, or until firm. For faster setting, refrigerate for 1 hour.
Once the candy is fully set, lift it out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang.
Cut the candy into small squares or desired shapes using a sharp knife and serve.
Store the candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.0 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 368 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 732 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 524.3 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 516.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
