Cashew Caramel Yummies
Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Cashew Caramel Yummies—a perfect blend of buttery caramel, crunchy roasted salted cashews, and a touch of flaky sea salt for the ultimate sweet-and-salty treat. Made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, heavy cream, and vanilla, this easy homemade caramel recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Optional dark or milk chocolate drizzles elevate these bite-sized delights into gourmet candy status, making them ideal for gifting, dessert tables, or satisfying your snack cravings. Whether you enjoy them as-is or topped with chocolate, these chewy, nutty squares promise decadent flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Unsalted butter
- 200 grams Light brown sugar
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 120 ml Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 180 grams Roasted salted cashews
- 1 teaspoon Flaky sea salt
- 100 grams Dark or milk chocolate (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
Line a square 20cm x 20cm pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Lightly grease the parchment to prevent sticking.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
Add the light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and heavy cream to the melted butter. Stir gently until the mixture is uniform.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring constantly. Continue boiling until it reaches 118°C (245°F) on a candy thermometer, which is the firm-ball stage. This should take about 4–5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract. Mix well.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
Quickly sprinkle the roasted salted cashews over the warm caramel, gently pressing them into the surface.
Let the caramel cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours or until fully set.
Once the caramel is firm, lift it from the pan using the parchment overhang and transfer it to a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut the caramel into small squares or rectangles.
If desired, melt the dark or milk chocolate in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel squares and sprinkle with a touch of flaky sea salt.
Allow the chocolate to set before serving. Store the Cashew Caramel Yummies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 11 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% | |
*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.
