Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of homemade caramels without the guilt with this recipe for Sugar-Free Classic Chewy Caramels. Perfectly soft and satisfying with a delightful chew, these caramels are crafted using a sugar-free sweetener blend and a corn syrup substitute, making them a fantastic low-carb alternative to traditional candies. With only 10 minutes of prep and an easy stovetop cooking technique, you'll create a luxurious treat infused with the warm essence of vanilla and a pinch of salt to balance the flavors. Ideal for gifting, snacking, or satisfying your sweet tooth, these keto-friendly caramels can be individually wrapped for a professional touch. Achieve candy perfection with simple ingredients and no added sugarβheavenly sweetness made smarter!
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal, and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, unsalted butter, sugar-free sweetener, and sugar-free corn syrup substitute.
Stir constantly with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until the butter melts and the mixture begins to simmer.
Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan, ensuring it does not touch the bottom of the pan. Continue to cook, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 248Β°F (120Β°C), also known as firm ball stage.
Once the mixture reaches desired temperature, immediately remove from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Pour the caramel mixture into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly to the edges with a spatula.
Allow the caramels to cool completely at room temperature for about 2 hours or in the refrigerator for about 1 hour until firm.
Once set, use the parchment overhang to lift the caramel block from the pan. Use a sharp knife or kitchen scissors to cut into small squares or desired shapes.
Wrap individual caramels in pieces of wax paper or parchment paper to prevent sticking and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Calories |
1747 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 176.0 g | 226% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.0 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 488 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 2575 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.1 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.5 g | 212% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 33 mg | 1% | |
*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.