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Naturally Sweetened, Salted Honey Caramels


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  • Author: Diana Bauman
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 12 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Soft, chewy honey caramels with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. A naturally sweet treat perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cups (237 ml) honey
  • 1 cups (237 ml) cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 0.25 cups (59 ml) coconut palm sugar
  • 0.5 tsp large granule Salt
  • Salt

Instructions

  1. Line a small baking dish with parchment paper. Add a bit of butter to the bottom of the dish to help the parchment paper stay in place.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, over a double boiler, melt the butter. Whisk in the honey, cream, and vanilla extract. Slowly whisk in the coconut palm sugar and 1/2 tsp large granule Real Salt until it dissolves.
  3. Clip on the candy thermometer to the side of the saucepan, ensuring the tip does not touch the bottom. Do not stir the caramel again.
  4. Allow the caramel to heat to 200°F (93°C); about 20-30 minutes. Once it reaches 200°F (93°C), remove the saucepan from the boiler and place directly onto the stovetop over medium-low heat.
  5. Allow the caramel to reach 235°F (113°C).
  6. Once the caramel reaches 235°F (113°C), pour it into the small parchment-lined baking dish and allow to cool.
  7. Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator to harden.
  8. Once hardened, cut into pieces and sprinkle with large granule salt. Cut into bite-sized pieces and wrap individually in parchment paper if desired. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • For a richer caramel flavor, use dark honey instead of regular honey.
  • If the caramel becomes too thick while cooking, add a teaspoon of hot water at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Store caramels in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks; they may soften slightly at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Oven-Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 caramel
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 50
  • Fat: 10
  • Saturated Fat: 6
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4
  • Carbohydrates: 15
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 1
  • Cholesterol: 10