Chocolate-Topped Sea Salt Caramels

Gluten Free
Popular
Chocolate-Topped Sea Salt Caramels
160 min.
48
129kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delectable Chocolate-Topped Sea Salt Caramels, a treat that perfectly balances rich, buttery caramel with a hint of sea salt and a luscious chocolate coating. Whether you're looking for a delightful snack, a charming appetizer for your next gathering, or a sweet addition to your antipasti spread, these caramels are sure to impress. With their gluten-free status, they cater to a variety of dietary preferences, making them a popular choice for any occasion.

What sets these caramels apart is their exquisite texture and flavor. The firm ball stage achieved during cooking ensures a satisfying chew, while the sprinkle of coarse sea salt elevates the sweetness, creating a harmonious blend that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite is a delightful experience, combining the richness of butter and brown sugar with the smoothness of chocolate.

Ready in just over two and a half hours, this recipe yields 48 pieces, making it perfect for sharing—or keeping all to yourself! The process may take some time, but the end result is well worth the wait. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible caramels that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • serving butter for greasing
  • cup butter (do not use margarine)
  • lb brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt 
  • cup plus light
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 0.5 cup semi chocolate chips 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vegetable oil 
  • teaspoon sea salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • spatula
  • glass baking pan
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Line bottom and sides of 11x7-inch glass baking dish or pan with foil, leaving 1 inch foil overhanging on 2 opposite sides of pan; grease foil with butter.
  2. In 3-quart heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, the corn syrup and milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 40 to 50 minutes or until 248°F on candy thermometer (firm ball stage).
  4. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
  5. Pour into pan. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until completely cooled.
  6. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and oil on High 30 to 40 seconds, stirring every 10 seconds, until chocolate is melted. Using spatula, spread chocolate evenly over caramel layer.
  7. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set.
  8. Remove caramels from baking dish to cutting surface, using foil to lift; peel back foil.
  9. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories129kcal
Protein2.48%
Fat36.52%
Carbs61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.71
Glycemic Load
3.78
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2517391449731%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:128.82kcal
6.44%
Fat:5.39g
8.29%
Saturated Fat:1.72g
10.73%
Carbohydrates:20.26g
6.75%
Net Carbohydrates:20.11g
7.31%
Sugar:19.82g
22.02%
Cholesterol:3.15mg
1.05%
Sodium:135.68mg
5.9%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Protein:0.82g
1.65%
Vitamin A:194.78IU
3.9%
Calcium:34.91mg
3.49%
Phosphorus:27.29mg
2.73%
Selenium:1.55µg
2.21%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.19%
Magnesium:6.53mg
1.63%
Potassium:56.1mg
1.6%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.59%
Copper:0.03mg
1.46%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.18%
Iron:0.2mg
1.12%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.08%