Butter Rum Caramels

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Butter Rum Caramels
300 min.
64
169kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Butter Rum Caramels, a treat that perfectly balances rich, buttery flavors with the warm notes of dark rum. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or for enjoying solo, these caramels make a fabulous addition to any appetite or occasion, be it as a sweet appetizer, an enticing snack, or even a charming antipasto offering.

What sets these caramels apart is their smooth texture and the complex flavor that the dark rum brings, elevating them from ordinary to extraordinary. Each piece melts in your mouth, releasing a burst of buttery sweetness that is both comforting and decadent. Plus, they are vegetarian and gluten-free, making them suitable for a wide range of dietary preferences. You can feel good about sharing them with friends and family, knowing that they cater to various eating lifestyles.

This recipe may take some time to create—up to 300 minutes to be precise—but the results are well worth the wait. The process is a labor of love that rewards you with 64 pieces of scrumptious candy that can be stored and savored over a week. So, gather your ingredients, pull out your sauce pan, and get ready to make these mouthwatering Butter Rum Caramels that will surely impress everyone who tries them!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup rum dark
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 14 oz brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 64 servings vegetable oil for greasing

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Line bottom and sides of an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper and oil parchment.
  2. Bring brown sugar, cream, butter, salt, and 1/4 cup rum to a boil in a 3- to 4-quart heavy saucepan, stirring until butter is melted, then boil over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until thermometer registers 248°F (firm-ball stage), about 15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and remaining teaspoon rum.
  4. Pour into baking pan and cool completely until firm, 1 to 2 hours. Invert caramel onto a cutting board, then discard parchment and turn caramel glossy side up.
  5. Cut into 1-inch squares.
  6. Caramels keep, layered between parchment, in an airtight container 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories169kcal
Protein0.28%
Fat85.13%
Carbs14.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0.23
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6730434992553%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:168.54kcal
8.43%
Fat:16.06g
24.71%
Saturated Fat:3.45g
21.54%
Carbohydrates:6.19g
2.06%
Net Carbohydrates:6.19g
2.25%
Sugar:6.13g
6.81%
Cholesterol:6.11mg
2.04%
Sodium:11.93mg
0.52%
Alcohol:0.32g
100%
Alcohol %:1.57%
100%
Protein:0.12g
0.24%
Vitamin K:25.93µg
24.69%
Vitamin E:1.2mg
8%
Vitamin A:76.82IU
1.54%
Source:Epicurious