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Microwave Caramels
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3.40 from 5 votes

Microwave Caramels

Microwave Caramels are so incredibly easy to make and they turn out perfect!  Soft chewy and perfect caramel texture made right in your microwave! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time2 hours
Total Time2 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 caramels
Author: Tiffany

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup light karo corn syrup
  • 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  • In a 9x13 inch dish, generously butter a 9x13 inch pan and set aside.
  • In a microwave safe bowl (make sure it is microwave safe!) melt the butter. Once the butter is melted add brown sugar, karo syrup, and sweetened condensed milk and mix well. Microwave on full power for 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from microwave and stir. Continue microwaving for 4-5 minutes. Stir again and add the vanilla.
  • Pour the caramel into the 9x13 inch buttered pan. Let them completely cool for 1-2 hours. Cut the caramel with a knife and wrap in wax paper. Keep refrigerated.

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Nutrition

Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 94mg | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 281IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg