If you’re craving the sweet, buttery taste of caramels but don’t want to spend hours making them, this 6-minute microwave caramel recipe is the perfect solution. These caramels are soft, chewy, and rich, making them a wonderful treat for any occasion—plus, they come together so quickly, you’ll be indulging in no time!
This method takes the fuss out of traditional caramel-making, skipping the need for a candy thermometer and extensive stirring. With just a few basic ingredients and your microwave, you’ll have melt-in-your-mouth caramels in mere minutes.
Ingredients:
½ cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup light corn syrup
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (optional, for balance)
Optional for Garnish:
Sea salt flakes
Melted chocolate for drizzling
Step-by-Step Method:
Continued on the next page
